The pie and pastry bible
(Book)

Includes index.

The Pie and Pastry Bible is your magic wand for baking the pies, tarts, and pastries of your dreams-the definitive work by the country's top baker. More than 300 recipes, 200 drawings of techniques and equipment, and 70 color pictures of finished pies, tarts, and pastries. A separate chapter featuring foolproof flaky, tender, and original crusts of every kind imaginable. Countless tips that solve any problem, including the secrets to making a juicy fruit pie with a crisp bottom crust and a lemon meringue pie that doesn't weep. How to make a tender and flaky pie crust in under three minutes. Exciting savory recipes, including meat loaf wrapped in a flaky cheddar cheese crust and a roasted poblano quiche. Extensive decorating techniques for the beginning baker and professional alike that show you how to make chocolate curls, pipe rosettes, crystallized flowers and leaves, and more. Detailed information on ingredients and equipment, previously available only to professionals. Pointers for success follow the recipes, guaranteeing perfect results every time.