French Bread Baking for Beginners - by Katie Rosenhouse Kuczynski (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Bake delicious French breads at home with simple, authentic recipes

Crusty baguettes, tender brioche, and flaky croissants are some of the world's most delicious and beloved breads--and now you can make them yourself in your own kitchen! This top choice in baking books simplifies the French bread-making process for beginners, providing everything you need to re-create your boulangerie favorites.

What sets this French baking cookbook apart:

• French bread basics--Learn what makes French bread so special, what important baking terms mean, and which tools and ingredients you'll need to have on hand to start baking.
• Step-by-step instructions--Find detailed directions and expert tips for the entire French bread-making process, from combining ingredients and kneading dough to adding finishing touches and baking to perfection.
• 20 beginner-friendly recipes--Discover straightforward recipes for a mouthwatering variety of French breads--plus a handful of bonus recipes that feature your finished bakes, like Pain Perdu with Whipped Crème Fraiche.

Capture the magic of a Parisian bakery at home with this instructional French cookbook.

Review Quotes

"Capitalizing on the pandemic baking craze, this book can turn any home chef into a master boulangère. From the helpful step-by-step images to the smart tips and simple terms and definitions, Ms. Rosenhouse Kuczynski has created a must-have primer for bread-lovers (like me!) everywhere. Now pass the butter!" --Julie Miltenberger, food director, Woman's World Magazine, first for Women Magazine and Woman's World special publications

"From start to finish, this well-written guide to French bread feels like you are being taught by a dear friend. Katie Rosenhouse not only shares her expertise, tips, and tricks but does so in a passionate and inviting manner. The recipes are well tested, delicious, and easy to follow with step-by-step photos and definitions. Whether you are a complete bread novice or want to brush up on some finer points of bread making, French Bread Baking for Beginners will guide you through every step of the process." --Steve Konopelski, Food Network champion, pastry chef instructor at Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

"This book will definitely make you want to bake bread! Katie did an excellent job in researching, developing, and baking all the recipes for her book. I love the bread baking terms she included, which will especially help the novice baker. I also love the variety of breads offered. Katie's book will warm your heart any time of the year!" --Susan Chiusano, test kitchen manager of Women's Group A360Media