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King Arthur's new "The Big Book of Bread"

June 29, 2024 - 11:49pm
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Petek

King Arthur's new "The Big Book of Bread"

King Arthur has a new bread book available for pre-order. It's titled The Big Book of Bread. I'll probably buy it, just because I'm a confirmed bread book collector. Does this book seem of interest to anyone else?

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BrianShaw
Jun 30 2024 - 9:05am

I already have a couple of "complete" bread cookbooks. One is enough.  But if you are a collector (and a baker) it would be good for you to buy it and let us know if you like it.  Their web recipe collection is so comprehensive I have a difiicult time even imagining what else they might have to say. Clearly, they strive for quality so whatever they put out should not be a disappointment.

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TwistingSister
Jun 30 2024 - 8:01pm

It's on my "watch" list, but it's a lot of money for a Kindle book. KA posted the chapter headings and some of the recipe names:

  • Flatbreads: Focaccia, Naan, Pita, Scallion Pancakes, Lavash, Flour Tortillas
  • Pan Loaves: Everyday Bread, English Muffin Toasting Bread, Chocolate Milk Bread
  • Hearth Breads: Classic Miche, Chocolate Levain, Sesame Whole Wheat Loaf
  • Buns, Bagels, and Rolls: Conchas, Bolo Bao, Big-Batch Potato Rolls, Buttermilk Buns
  • “Fancy” Breads: The Most Chocolatey Babka, The Giant Sticky Bun, Braided Challah
  • Things to Make with Bread: Cheddar Kimchi Strata, Sourdough Lasagna, Panzanella

https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/cookbooks/

 

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Petek
Jun 30 2024 - 8:42pm

@BrianShaw - That's a good point about the comprehensive collection of recipes on KA's website. I'll check for duplication in the book.

@TwistingSister - Thanks for posting the chapter headings. 

I'll also look for new, interesting or uncommon techniques that haven't been discussed elsewhere. Estimated publication date is October 22, 2024.