Bakken

by Dan Lepard, Hennie Franssen-Seebregts (Translator)

- Veelomvattend bakboek van de hand van Dan Lepard, bekend van zijn populaire bak-column in de Guardian

- Met meer dan 280 recepten voor alle denkbare baksels: van eenvoudig brood tot heerlijke koekjes, van klassieke pavlova’s tot hartige worstenbroodjes

- Behalve goede, beproefde recepten geeft Dan vele tips, trucs en keukenwijsheden die ervoor zorgen dat niets meer kan mislukken

Genres: Cookbooks, Food, Cooking, Nonfiction

563 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2011

Reviews

[Dray · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are a lot of good baking books but this one is an eye catcher. It is easy to read, covers an incredible amount of ground, sweet and savory, candies. There is expert discussion on the finer points of working with different types of pastries and desserts.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a divine book. Lepard is not merely a master baker, but he delicately threads technical precision into the essential style for any book on baking, that instant comfort that a mouthful of sweet (or savoury) floury carbohydrate gives you. It's a joy to read, a joy to use, and he makes even puff pastry look easy. I will use this and enjoy it for years to come.

[Sophie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I got bored of the current algorithmic food trends and started going back to cookbooks for a different approach to personality and creativity in recipe developing; this one did not disappoint. I loved the author's voice and teachings and flavour + technique combinations. So cool!

3.5 stars, would have been 4.5 but there were a few things that could have been better/more considerate like certain comments about burning off calories etc.? Those remarks really diminished my overall enjoyment of the recipes.

Otherwise I really liked it and no despite its title this is not a short book it is massive and took me ages to get through (which I guess is great bc there's lots to look at in there)

[Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm rating this book before even trying a recipe because it is just that amazing to even flip through. This is a comprehensive (over 500 pages) baking book with beautiful photos. I want to start with the first recipe and bake my way to the end! I will say the author is British so there are many recipes in here like mince pies and marmalade sponge puddings that I love, but may not sound good to everyone. Regardless there are many recipes that will appeal to you even if you did not grow up in the UK.

[Jeannette · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is as pretty as it is useful if you like baking. Took it from the library, renewed it twice and still didn't get a chance to bake anything from it. But I looked at it longingly many times. The biscuit chapters were great and I could see myself baking up a batch of spelt & ginger cookies if it wasn't so hot out. A great book for Christmas baking. Might have to take out again from the library in November.

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just disregard the “short” part of this title, because there’s nothing short about the book or recipes. You can take the “sweet” part with a grain of salt, too (a little baking humor), because many savory recipes are included. Lots of great-sounding detailed, from-scratch recipes, along with hints and thorough instructions, all delivered in a nice casual style. I haven’t decide for sure if I will buy this book, but I’m definitely thinking about it.

[Leigh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Truthfully, the book is neither short nor sweet. The pictures are excellent, the recipes are tasty. However, there is some detail involved and everything is from scratch. Additionally, some recipes require special equipment like cookie presses or food processors. Additionally, the $35 price tag is very high for a baking book. If you have high standards for baking, you will enjoy this book. If you prefer something less detailed and precise, select another title.

[Julian Cole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dan Lepard is a modern baking star and this is one lovely recipe book. I bought it for the bread recipes and these do not disappoint, although the black bread did not go down well with certain family members. My top tips are the two-day loaf and the olive flat bread. Lots of lovely cakes and biscuits too. Baking demystified

[Catherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although it looks like a 4, it's actually a 4 and a half - he loses the half star for his pavlova recipe. Chewy middle, topping on the wrong side and over 2 hours in the oven? No way!! Otherwise, I could cook my way through this book.. delicious!

[Andy Levine · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you love baking then look no further than this book. Packed full of fantastic recipes, none of which have ever failed me.
Ranging from the simple to the technical it really is the perfect book for anyone who loves to bake.

[Rachel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant! I saw a review of this on the Guardian food blog and decided to get it from the library- now I don't want to give it back!- Try the bannana and pecan toffee brownies....delicious!

[Christine Lapping · Rating 4 out of 5]

I had almost given up making bread when I came across Dan Lepard's almost no kneading technique and since then there has been no stopping me; it works every time.

[Mckinley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like it. Might buy it.

[Julie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every recipe is brilliant. Best biscuits I've ever made and the white loaf made with sour cream never fails. Cakes seem to be equally brilliant. Favourite baking book ever (and I've read a lot).

[Meredith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it. Gorgeous photos, tempting recipes, easy to use.