The Italian Baker, Revised: The Classic Tastes of the Italian Countryside--Its Breads, Pizza, Focaccia, Cakes, Pastries, and Cookies [A Baking Book]
Carol Field

The Italian Baker, Revised: The Classic Tastes of the Italian Countryside--Its Breads, Pizza, Focaccia, Cakes, Pastries, and Cookies [A Baking Book]

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Carol Field

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WINNER OF THE IACP AWARD • This classic tome of Italian baking covers everything from breadsticks and cornetti to focaccia, tarts, pastries, and more—now updated with stunning photography, new recipes, and comprehensive tips and tricks. “ The Italian Baker takes you deep into the mind and heart of the Italian spirit.”—Peter Reinhart, author of The Bread Baker’s Apprentice and Peter Reinhart’s Artisan Breads Every Day
Carol Field introduces artisanal doughs and techniques used by generations of Italian bakers. Every city and hill town has its own unique baking traditions, and Field spent more than two years traversing Italy to capture the regional and local specialties, adapting them through rigorous testing in her own kitchen.
Field’s authentic recipes are a revelation for anyone seeking the true Italian experience. Here’s a chance to make golden Altamura bread from Puglia, chewy porous loaves from Como, rosemary bread sprinkled with coarse sea salt, dark ryes from the north, simple breads studded with toasted walnuts, succulent fig bread, and Sicilian loaves topped with sesame seeds.
One of the most revered baking books of all time, The Italian Baker is a landmark work that continues to be a must-have for every serious baker. Read more

Editor's Take

Amazon reviewers say this book has great recipes, clear instructions, and strong organization, with many readers calling it a favorite for home bread baking. Goodreads reviews are also largely positive, with readers praising the breadth of Italian baking covered and the useful context throughout the book.

Publishers Weekly describes the revised edition as a solid collection of traditional Italian baked goods, noting updated photographs, source guides, and improved equipment sections. On The Fresh Loaf, bakers mention that it remains a well-liked and popular choice for bread and pizza enthusiasts.

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Publisher Ten Speed Press
Publication date November 1, 2011
Edition Revised ed.
Language English
Print length 432 pages
ISBN-10 1607741067
ISBN-13 978-1607741060
Item Weight 3.23 pounds
Dimensions 7.56 x 1.38 x 9.53 inches
Best Sellers Rank #164,522 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #119 in Italian Cooking, Food & Wine #162 in Bread Baking (Books) #355 in Dessert Baking (Books)
Customer Reviews 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (864)