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Becoming the baker of your dreams is easy—all it takes is a healthy appetite for learning and pinch of persistence! You don’t need a pantry full of specialty ingredients and equipment to become a great baker. You’ll quickly learn in Dessert Course that mastering a few foundational skills and understanding the whys and hows of baking science is all you need. Benjamin Delwiche, AKA Benjamin the Baker, is a math teacher by day and renegade social media baking scientist by night. His approach to baking is inspired by his approach to teaching—he’s committed to breaking down the mystery of baking success so his audience, like his students, can become stronger and more knowledgeable. First, you’ll learn how to break down a recipe, the essential mixing methods, and even how to re-formulate any recipe to make it work to your advantage. Let’s say you want to make chocolate chip cookies but you only have a few tablespoons of flour left—using Ben’s Baker’s Percentages technique, you’ll be able to figure out how many cookies you can make. The second half of the book showcases over 30 core recipes with variations—each one includes a flow chart so you can bake your own adventure. You’ll be able to visually understand what makes a chewy chocolate chip cookie vs a crispy one and what it will take to get to your desired destination. Above all else, this book is a celebration of the art and science of baking: the ingredients, the recipes, and the concepts that make a baked good both technically successful and undeniably delicious.
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An accessible, mouthwatering collection of more than 80 recipes for small bites, tapas, and charcuterie spreads “Graze is the most useful cookbook I’ve seen in a long time. It’s perfect for the way we eat now: simple food, big platters, big flavors.”—Diana Henry, author of Simple: Effortless Food, Big Flavours Grazing is an enchanting way to eat. It means skipping from dish to dish, tasting different things without committing to a single one. It’s about creating multiple dishes that work together as a meal, that all share a theme, an aesthetic. When she entertains, or even pulls together a quick dinner for just two, food stylist Suzanne Lenzer enjoys this tapas-style of eating—and with her guidance, you can too. In Graze, chapters are organized by level of involvement, from simply slicing veggies (“Mostly Chopping”) to cooking up lavish spreads (“Worth the Effort”). Whip up fast and easy Prosciutto, Asparagus, and Arugula Rolls and Three-Tomato Panzanella on a busy weeknight or indulge in Flaky Cheddar Biscuits with Heirloom Tomatoes and Peaches, Shredded Potato Cakes with Ramps, and Lemon-Tarragon Chicken Skewers on the weekend. And to finish off the meal, try desserts like Brown Butter Brownies and Lemon-Lavender Posset. Making delicious, beautiful dishes and snacks for grazing, whether for two or twelve, doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming. With simple, no-nonsense tips on how to stock your pantry, sample menus, and easy-to-modify recipes, Graze is the ultimate resource for preparing healthy, wholesome, and appetizing food without spending hours in the kitchen.
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“Innovative, creative, and effortlessly funny." —Cooking Light Deb Perelman loves to cook. She isn’t a chef or a restaurant owner—she’s never even waitressed. Cooking in her tiny Manhattan kitchen was, at least at first, for special occasions—and, too often, an unnecessarily daunting venture. Deb found herself overwhelmed by the number of recipes available to her. Have you ever searched for the perfect birthday cake on Google? You’ll get more than three million results. Where do you start? What if you pick a recipe that’s downright bad? With the same warmth, candor, and can-do spirit her award-winning blog, Smitten Kitchen, is known for, here Deb presents more than 100 recipes—almost entirely new, plus a few favorites from the site—that guarantee delicious results every time. Gorgeously illustrated with hundreds of her beautiful color photographs, The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook is all about approachable, uncompromised home cooking. Here you’ll find better uses for your favorite vegetables: asparagus blanketing a pizza; ratatouille dressing up a sandwich; cauliflower masquerading as pesto. These are recipes you’ll bookmark and use so often they become your own, recipes you’ll slip to a friend who wants to impress her new in-laws, and recipes with simple ingredients that yield amazing results in a minimum amount of time. Deb tells you her favorite summer cocktail; how to lose your fear of cooking for a crowd; and the essential items you need for your own kitchen. From salads and slaws that make perfect side dishes (or a full meal) to savory tarts and galettes; from Mushroom Bourguignon to Chocolate Hazelnut Crepe Cake, Deb knows just the thing for a Tuesday night, or your most special occasion.
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Help your teenager discover the joy of cooking and becoming self-sufficient Cooking provides curious teens with a fun, creative outlet while teaching them lifelong skills. With simple recipes and step-by-step instructions, this introductory cookbook for teens guides young chefs-to-be from the first day in the kitchen to cooking full, flavorful meals for the whole family. What sets this cookbook for teens apart from other cookbooks for beginners: Teen-friendly foods―Your teen will discover 100 recipes to please their teenage palate, including Nachos, Sloppy Joes, Easy Shrimp Scampi, and Mustard and Maple-Glazed Chicken. Cooking fundamentals―For teens just starting out, this cookbook teaches all the basics, like cooking techniques, prepping the kitchen, and tips on reading a recipe. Built for trial and error―This kids cookbook encourages teen chefs to explore. Each recipe includes space to write down new ingredients to try; teens can experiment with flavors and textures, and learn what worked (and what didn't!). Transform your teen into a culinary whiz with this beginner cookbook written just for them.
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Get ready to don your chef's hat and join a delightful culinary adventure with the "Penguin Cooking Class Coloring Book." This charming book brings a unique twist to coloring, combining the joy of art with the whimsical world of penguins learning to cook. Perfect for chefs and artists of all ages, this book offers a smorgasbord of scenes featuring adorable penguins whipping up delicious dishes, providing not just a coloring experience but a joyful exploration of culinary creativity. Culinary Adventures: From baking sweet treats to concocting gourmet meals, each page showcases penguins engaged in different cooking activities. Whether it's a penguin stirring a giant pot of soup or decorating a cake, the scenes are ripe with details waiting to be brought to life with color. For Foodies and Art Lovers: This coloring book is a perfect blend for those who love food and art. It offers a playful exploration of cooking through the eyes of these cute arctic chefs, providing a unique and engaging coloring experience. High-Quality, Single-Sided Pages: To ensure a top-notch coloring experience, each illustration is printed on high-quality, single-sided paper. This allows the use of various coloring mediums without worry about bleed-through and makes it easy to display your culinary art. Inspires Creativity and Relaxation: Coloring is a wonderful way to relax and unwind, and what could be more fun than coloring penguins in cooking hats? This book is designed to inspire creativity, offering a delightful escape into a world where food and art intersect. A Perfect Gift: The "Penguin Cooking Class Coloring Book" makes a fantastic gift for anyone who loves penguins, cooking, or coloring. It's suitable for all ages, making it a great present for budding young chefs, culinary enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a unique and playful coloring experience. Join the penguins in their cooking class and let your artistic flavors run wild! Whether you're a coloring novice or a seasoned artist, this book promises to provide hours of fun, creativity, and relaxation.
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The fun and easy starter cookbook for kids ages 4 to 8 Help kids develop their culinary know-how as they make healthy, wholesome, kid-approved meals―first with an adult and eventually all on their own! Kid Chef Junior is the ultimate kids cookbook, helping them build essential skills, practice food and kitchen safety, and gain confidence and imagination. Cooking basics for kids―This kids cookbook uses a colorful, kid-friendly format to explain different kitchen tools; why certain ingredients go together; how to read a recipe; and how to chop, stir, whisk, and pour. Pictures of each recipe―Colorful photos help kids choose the recipe they want to make and see in advance what the end goal will be. Guidance for parents―Find tips for helping your child succeed in the kitchen and labels on each recipe that indicate how much supervision is required. Give budding chefs confidence in the kitchen with fun, yummy recipes from Kid Chef Junior.
