At last, a field guide to baking and identifying virtually every cookie imaginable, from Snickerdoodles to Pfeffernusse-the ultimate cookie cookbook!Field Guide to Cookiesis the definitive guide to cookies from around the world, with more than 100 recipes and variations on such tried-and-true classics as gingersnaps, whoopie pies, and pinwheels as well as traditional international favorites like pizzelles, baklava, and alfajores.
This delectable guide introduces readers to the best techniques for creating drop, bar, molded, rolled, and sandwich variations. Every cookie is photographed in glorious full color, with step-by-step instructions on how to prepare, bake, and store your creations. Entries include fascinating historical background, helpful baking notes, and serving suggestions for each delicious variety.
Whether you're a baking novice or veteran pastry chef, mouthwatering home-baked confections are just minutes away withField Guide to Cookies!
By:
Anita Chu Contributions by:
Caroline Romanski Imprint: Quirk Books Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 157mm,
Width: 118mm,
Spine: 27mm
Weight: 331g ISBN:9781594742835 ISBN 10: 1594742839 Series:Field Guide Pages: 368 Publication Date:01 November 2008 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Anita Chu is a graduate of Tante Marie's Professional Pastry program and a former baker for Bittersweet Chocolate Cafe. She channels her love of baking, writing, and photography on her award-winning Web site, Dessert First.