The Perfect Loaf: The Craft and Science of Sourdough Breads, Sweets, and More: A Baking Book
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JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • IACP AWARD WINNER • NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A dynamic, authoritative sourdough baking bible for those looking to build confidence in the craft with a wide range of foolproof recipes, from pan loaves to pizza to doughnuts, by the beloved blogger and resident bread baker at Food52 “Maurizio Leo has given all bread-heads, whether newbies or experienced bakers, the ideal gift.”—Peter Reinhart, author of The Bread Baker’s Apprentice and host of Pizza Quest ONE OF SAVEUR 'S BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR Maurizio Leo’s blog The Perfect Loaf is the go-to destination on the internet for beginner sourdough bakers. He now brings his impeccably detailed techniques, foolproof recipes, and generous teaching style to a groundbreaking debut cookbook that delves into the absolute fundamentals of sourdough—plus the tools and confidence to explore beyond. Recipes cover flavorful, crowd-pleasing favorites: Essential freeform loaves: Simple Sourdough, Rosemary & Olive Oil, Extra-Sour Sourdough, Cranberry & Walnut, Demi Baguettes Pan loaves: Everyday Sandwich Bread, Naturally Leavened Brioche, German Whole Rye, Honey Whole Wheat Sandwich Bread Pizza and flatbread: Roman-Style Pan Pizza, Focaccia, Naan, Flour Tortillas, Pita Buns, rolls, and more: Soft Dinner Rolls, Potato Buns, Ciabatta Rolls, English Muffins, Bagels Sweets: Weekend Cinnamon Rolls, Italian Doughnuts, Summer Fruit Sourdough Crostata, Banana Bread, Cinnamon Babka Beginner bakers will have their hands held the entire way, with troubleshooting sections and numerous sidebars answering almost every question they may have—like how to store a sourdough starter long-term, how bakers’ percentages actually work, and a visual guide to common “bread fails” and how to remedy them. Seasoned bakers will relish deep dives into the science behind baking processes and expert information on how to build their “baker’s intuition” and level up by experimenting with hydration, ingredient ratios, freshly milled grains, and specialty flours. Whether you're new to bread baking or a pro, The Perfect Loaf will be your indispensable guide in the kitchen. Review: PERFECT BREAD BOOK - This book is a simple - WOW 👏👏👏. It’s one of the best - all those wanting to know about sourdough- and bread making - this is a ‘must have’ - The author has detailed every step and the process is immaculate - Thank you Maurizio Leo for this Lovely Book 🙏 Review: Bakers Bliss - Professional Bakers Enjoy this Book
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| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,067 Reviews |
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PERFECT BREAD BOOK
This book is a simple - WOW 👏👏👏. It’s one of the best - all those wanting to know about sourdough- and bread making - this is a ‘must have’ - The author has detailed every step and the process is immaculate - Thank you Maurizio Leo for this Lovely Book 🙏
S**A
Bakers Bliss
Professional Bakers Enjoy this Book
R**A
Best sourdough book
Perfect book.Every concept is explained beautifully.The paper quality,pics,QR cod....can go on and on
D**J
Good book
Exactly as promised
A**)
Superb!
Simple, detailed, beautifully designed/presented, so much information to enable the reader to learn.
K**R
difficult to read
this is a great book but I have an issue with the printing. The main font color has a low contrast with the page background, making it difficult to read.
A**.
The Only Bread Book You’ll Ever Need!
If you’re even remotely interested in baking sourdough or elevating your bread-making game, The Perfect Loaf by Maurizio Leo is an absolute must-have. This book is nothing short of a masterpiece! Maurizio’s passion for bread shines through every page. His instructions are incredibly detailed yet approachable, making even complex techniques feel achievable. The photography is stunning and inspires you to get in the kitchen immediately. Each recipe is a journey toward perfection, whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced pro. What sets this book apart is Maurizio’s ability to explain the science behind baking without making it feel overwhelming. His methods are thoughtful, precise, and leave little room for error—this book truly guarantees success. I’ve tried multiple recipes already, and every loaf has turned out beautifully: crusty on the outside, airy and flavorful on the inside. This isn’t just a recipe book; it’s a treasure trove of techniques and insights that will transform how you bake forever. I cannot recommend The Perfect Loaf enough. It’s hands-down the best bread book I’ve ever owned. If you’re serious about bread—or even just curious—buy this book. You won’t regret it!
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Sourdough bread bible
This is a fantastic sourdough baking book. It is truly a bible for anyone who wants to become an expert in baking sourdough bread. The book has tons of tips and recipes. The recipes are truly some of the best of the best. Follow the recipes and instructions and you will have the perfect bread. It is truly worth the effort.
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Kalite
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D**5
The best sourdough book you can buy
This book is much much more than I was expected!!! Awarded book is like an encyclopedia about Sourdough recipes from A to Z with detailed explanation of each step, so easy to understand in the same time so profesional. If I was to see this book before to buy it, I was ready to pay even double. Will be my teacher and my inspiration for years to come in baking healthy sourdough bread and treats.
B**E
This is like the BIBLE of sourdough for everyone from beginner to patissier/e.
This book is the BOMB - I've been doing sourdough, this is like a university master class in sourdough. Reminds me of a Chef School textbook, EVERYTHING is explained, broken down, gone through, it s not just the HOWS but the WHYS, and you DON'T feel left behind. New to Baking and Sourdough? Thinking of making breads, cakes, goodies, etc? Curious what you can do with natural yeasts? GET THIS BOOK!!!
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