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Simple Pleasures

Easy Recipes for Everyday Indulgence
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Simple Pleasures by Emma Fontanella is a delightful exploration into the world of baking. Offering approachable recipes, the book focuses on making the creation of mouth-watering desserts straightforward for both beginners and experienced bakers. With an emphasis on joy and simplicity, it serves as an inspiring guide to mastering delicious treats.
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You might enjoy this book if you love baking and are seeking straightforward, accessible recipes that focus on the joy of creating delicious treats at home. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned bakers, it's filled with delightful recipes that centre around simple ingredients and techniques.

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Craving homemade comfort? Treat yourself to something special—sweet and savoury, satisfying recipes that can be executed with ease.

Cooking and baking don't have to be time consuming or difficult. With the right techniques, even the most daunting dishes can be simple to master. Chef Emma Fontanella is known for her ability to translate complex methods into approachable recipes that yield reliable results. Utilising the conveniences of a modern kitchen, she has developed an indispensable collection of sure-to-please snacks and meals for any occasion, all without sacrificing texture or flavour.

From quick microwavable mug cakes to one-bowl masterpieces, you'll find something to satisfy your sweet tooth—or your carb cravings. Rediscover childhood favourites with easy recipes for nostalgic treats like Lofthouse-Style Sugar Cookies, Homemade Oreos, and DIY Peanut Butter Cups. Indulge in the simple pleasure of a Chewy Oatmeal Cookie with your afternoon coffee or curl up with a cosy bowl of One-Pot Mac 'n' Cheese.

A section on foundational techniques provides detailed instruction on making and decorating cakes, working with yeast-raised doughs, and preparing pasta. Armed with Emma's thoughtful instructions and labour-saving shortcuts, you'll be able to execute everything from Artisan Cheater's Croissants to a stunning One-Pan Rainbow Cake with confidence.

  • 100 recipes for breakfasts, breads and baked goods, pasta dishes, and celebration cakes
  • Simplified versions of classic recipes including 3-Ingredient Authentic Fettuccine Alfredo, Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls, and Instant Donuts
  • Recipes include imperial and metric measurements, special equipment notes, and make-ahead and freezing instructions when applicable

Simple Pleasures offers a gateway to mastering delightful dishes with minimal fuss. Enjoy the satisfaction of preparing homemade favourites with this remarkable collection of recipes.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780744066197

Publisher: DK

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Dorling Kindersley

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 211.0mm

Height: 261.0mm

Weight: 1364g

Pages: 288

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About the Author

Emma Fontanella is a professional pastry chef and the creator of the YouTube channel Emma's Goodies. She is passionate about developing recipes that are quick and easy for anyone to make at home without compromising on flavor. People from around the world regularly recreate her recipes and share their results across social media. Emma lives in Rome, Italy.

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