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This dynamic, authoritative baking bible is perfect for anyone looking to build confidence in the craft with a wide variety of foolproof recipes, ranging from pan loaves and pizza to doughnuts and more. Authored by the beloved blogger and resident bread baker at Food52, this book offers everything you need to create delectable bread at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER\u003c\/b\u003e . \u003cb\u003eIACP AWARD WINNER\u003c\/b\u003e . \u003cb\u003eNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Reinhart, the author of \u003cem\u003eThe Bread Baker's Apprentice\u003c\/em\u003e and host of Pizza Quest, calls it \"the ideal gift for all bread-heads, whether newbies or experienced bakers.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eONE OF SAVEUR'S BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaurizio Leo’s blog, The Perfect Loaf, is highly respected among beginner sourdough bakers. In his groundbreaking debut cookbook, he brings meticulously detailed techniques, reliable recipes, and a generous teaching style to help readers delve into the fundamental aspects of sourdough baking. Beyond the basics, this book provides the tools and confidence to explore and experiment with advanced baking techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a comprehensive range of recipes designed to please any crowd, this book includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEssential Freeform Loaves:\u003c\/b\u003e Simple Sourdough, Rosemary \u0026amp; Olive Oil, Extra-Sour Sourdough, Cranberry \u0026amp; Walnut, Demi Baguettes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePan Loaves:\u003c\/b\u003e Everyday Sandwich Bread, Naturally Leavened Brioche, German Whole Rye, Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePizza and Flatbread:\u003c\/b\u003e Roman-Style Pan Pizza, Focaccia, Naan, Flour Tortillas, Pita\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuns, Rolls, and More:\u003c\/b\u003e Soft Dinner Rolls, Potato Buns, Ciabatta Rolls, English Muffins, Bagels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSweets:\u003c\/b\u003e Weekend Cinnamon Rolls, Italian Doughnuts, Summer Fruit Sourdough Crostata, Banana Bread, Cinnamon Babka\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor beginner bakers, the book offers supportive guidance with troubleshooting sections and numerous sidebars addressing nearly every question. Learn how to store a sourdough starter long-term, understand bakers' percentages, and access a visual guide to common \"bread fails\" and their solutions. 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In \u003cem\u003eThe Perfect Pizza\u003c\/em\u003e, he returns to his roots, tackling pizza with his signature in-depth, technique-driven approach. You can make unbelievably good homemade pizza using your sourdough starter, in any style of oven, and Maurizio is here to show you how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe key to making incredible pizza at home lies in making a great dough. Rather than relying on a few master dough recipes like most pizza books, \u003cem\u003eThe Perfect Pizza\u003c\/em\u003e provides unique recipes for more than forty specialty pizza styles, meticulously tested to achieve the best flavour and texture. With helpful QR codes and step-by-step photographs, Maurizio dives into the technique behind creating and maintaining a sourdough starter, mixing dough, managing dough fermentation, and the handling skills needed for balling, stretching, and finally launching the pizza into the oven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you get the hang of the process, you can try out a wide range of pizza styles, starting with familiar classics before exploring doughs that incorporate whole grains and freshly-milled flour, focaccias, and little-known authentic, regional Italian specialties. 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