The Complete Step-by-step Baking Cookbook

Book excerpt: Following on from the bestselling Complete Step-by-Step Family Cookbook, this is the ultimate recipe collection for baking enthusiasts - including classic breads and cakes, as well as pastry, pies and baked savoury dishes. A useful preliminary section on Baking Basics covers essential ingredients, equipment and utensils, not forgetting techniques and terminology. Try your hand at recipes from a wide range of categories, such as Breads & Scones, Cakes, Brownies & Buns, Biscuits & Cookies, Sweet Pastry, Tarts & Pies, Baked Puddings & Desserts, Savoury Pastry & Pizzas and a selection of baked fish, meat and vegetable dishes. From Rosemary & Olive Focaccia to Beef & Red Wine Pie, your kitchen will be full of delicious aromas in no time.