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_b.F468 2011
100 _aFigoni, Paula.
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245 0 _aHow baking works :
_bexploring the fundamentals of baking science /
_cPaula Figoni.
260 _aHoboken, NJ :
_bWiley,
_cc2011.
300 _axi, 516 p. :
_bill.
_c28 cm.
504 _aIncludes bibliographical references and index.
505 _aIntroduction to baking -- Heat transfer -- Overview of the baking process -- Sensory properties of food -- Wheat flour -- Variety grains and flours -- Gluten -- Sugar and other sweeteners -- Fats, oils, and emulsifiers -- Eggs and egg products -- Leavening agents -- Thickening and gelling agents -- Milk and milk products -- Nuts and seeds -- Cocoa and chocolate products -- Fruit and fruit products -- Natural and artificial flavorings -- Baking for health and wellness.
520 _a 2)practical exercises and experiments that illustrate how different ingredients function
520 _a 3) photographs and illustrations showing the science of baking
520 _a 4)discussion and review questions that reinforce key concepts and test learning are found at the end of every chapter.
520 _aThe essence of baking is chemistry, and anyone who wants to be a master pastry must understand the principles and science that make baking work. This book explains the whys and hows of every chemical reaction, essential ingredient, and technique, revealing the complex mysteries of bread loaves, pastries, and everything in between. Includes baking for health and wellness, with detailed information on using whole grains, allergy-free baking, and reducing salt, sugar, and fat in a variety of baked goods. Specifically, it has detailed and informative guide: 1) an introduction to the major ingredient groups, including sweeteners, fats, milk, and leavening agents, and how each affects finished baked goods
650 _aBaking.
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