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The Perfect Loaf: The Craft and Science of Sourdough Breads, Sweets, and More (Spiral Bound)


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A masterfully detailed sourdough cookbook by Maurizio Leo, The Perfect Loaf is a dynamic, award-winning resource for both new and experienced bakers. With foolproof techniques and recipes spanning pan loaves, pizza, flatbreads, and doughnuts, this is the artisan bread cookbook every home baker needs.

Bread lovers will enjoy:

  • Freeform loaves: Rosemary & Olive Oil, Cranberry & Walnut
  • Pan loaves: Sandwich Bread, Brioche, Rye
  • Pizza & flatbreads: Roman Pan Pizza, Focaccia, Pita
  • Sweets: Cinnamon Rolls, Italian Doughnuts, Crostata

This accessible baking cookbook includes step-by-step instructions, visual guides, troubleshooting tips, and deep dives into baking science. Whether you're building your “baker’s intuition” or just starting out, this easy baking cookbook is your essential kitchen companion. It’s also a standout healthy baking cookbook thanks to its natural leavening focus.

When searching for the best baking cookbook, The Perfect Loaf is a great choice. The spiral bound version of this book is great for those who use their books regularly. Our proprietary binding helps you lay this title flat for easier reading and handling.

Product Details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarkson Potter (November 8, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Spiral Bound ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593138414
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0593138410
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.45 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.39 x 1.35 x 10.52 inches

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Debra Holbrook
Love!!!

I Love this book and I Love Lay It Flat! The book arrived quickly and in perfect condition! It is so nice to have the spiral binding so your book doesn't close on you while following a recipe

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NANCY MILLER
Sourdough Bible

This book is a must have if your a sourdough artist Every recipe I have made turns out perfect and the instructions are easy to follow. I highly recommend this book “The Perfect Loaf.
Enjoy

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Johnette

Recipes are too complicated, very disappointed

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Kathleen Blaker
Perfection!

Excellent book - made more useful than ever by the binding! I can keep my place easily when using recipes that, by design, can take several days to be complete.

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Annick

Fantastic and complete book on sourdough bread baking.

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