English Bread And Yeast Cookery by Elizabeth David

English Bread And Yeast Cookery by Elizabeth David

First published in 1977, and winning its author the coveted Glenfiddich Writer of the Year Award, this universally acclaimed book is regarded by many as simply the best book ever written about the making of bread. It covers all aspects of flour-milling, yeast, bread ovens and the different types of bread and flour available. It contains an exhaustive collection of recipes, everything from plain brown wholemeal or saffron cake to drop scones and croissants; all described with her typical elegance and unrivaled knowledge. Even how to make your own yeast and keep it. But more than just a list of recipes, it is an insight into an interesting and informative home-baker.Inquire within on any point connected with baking and Miss David has the answer. Nor does it omit the history of bread making from the Exodus onwards, the iniquities of sliced bread and uncovers the dubious practices of some flour millers and bread manufacturers in the UK and elsewhere with amusing anecdotes and personal observations throughout. The writing style of this book has aged well and adds greatly to its charm. This is a book that should be included in every food lover s collection, not just for those who love to cook, but those who enjoy reading about food and its history. It is also an absolute must for keen bakers.

From the evocative Book of Mediterranean Cuisine in ration-bound 1950 to the masterful English Bread and Yeast Cooking in 1977, Elizabeth David (1913-1992) authored eight books during her lifetime. Her cookbooks are praised for their literary depth as well as their recipes. In 1999, Penguin Twentieth-Century Classics released French Provincial Cooking and Italian Cuisine.

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ISBN 13	9780140462999
ISBN 10	0140462996
Title	English Bread And Yeast Cookery
Author	David Elizabeth Illustrated By Wendy Jones
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Penguin Books Ltd
Year published	1979-10-25
Number of pages	624
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