#1 New York Times Bestseller • USA TODAY Bestseller • Publishers Weekly Bestseller Named One of the Best Cookbooks of the Year by: New York magazine, The Readable Feast , AOL, Here & Now With more recipes than any other contemporary bread baking book, this stunning, easy-to-use volume with 125 recipes for every baker—whether novice or bread-head—is beautifully photographed and complete with a ribbon marker. Authoritative and accessible, The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread is exceptional for its range: the 125 recipes for yeasted and naturally leavened breads are designed to appeal to novices and advanced bakers alike, as well as those who are deep into sourdough. Everything you want to know about how to make a perfect loaf is here: from techniques for folding and shaping, to information about flour, yeast, and temperature, along with key tips such as how to work with temperamental dough and best practices for storing different breads. Each recipe is accompanied by a gorgeous four-color photo, and the instructional information includes step-by-step photography along with QR codes throughout that direct you to how-to videos. The book also includes an elegant ribbon marker. At the heart of The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread is the most expansive and inclusive list of any bread-baking book, and it boasts new and classic recipes such as the following: -Flatbreads: Focaccia, Naan, Pita, Scallion Pancake, Lavash, Seedy Crackers -Pan Loaves: Everyday Bread, English Muffin Toasting Bread, Tiger Milk Bread -Sourdough: Baguette, Sandwich Bread, Cinnamon Swirl -Hearth Breads: Classic Miche, Chocolate Levain, Sesame Whole Wheat Loaf -Buns, Bagels, and Rolls: Conchas, Bolo Bao, Jerusalem Bagels, Buttermilk Buns -“Fancy” Breads: Basic Babka, Big Sticky Bun, Stollen -Things to Make with Bread: Cheddar Kimchi Strata, Sourdough Lasagna, Migas The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread demystifies bread baking and will make any newbie a confident baker while expanding the skill and repertoire of experienced bakers. “The very best cookbooks display an enthusiastic compulsion to get every recipe right, and that means each recipe is tested until all doubt is removed, but also, they are written with sensitivity to the needs, wants, and even the emotions of the home cook and baker. The King Arthur Baking Company Big Book of Bread succeeds wonderfully! I love the scope. This book covers a broad expanse of breads well beyond the basics, and it deserves to be in the handy reach of any novice or experienced home baker!” —Ken Forkish, author of Flour Water Salt Yeast , Evolutions in Bread , and Let's Make Bread! “This book is nothing but hits! It's our family's go-to recommendation now — both for people specifically looking to make bread and as a weekly cookbook, we think everyone should have in their home.” – Buzzfeed “King Arthur Baking's 'Big Book of Bread' is the ultimate bread-baking guide.” — The Berkshire Eagle “Big Book of Bread offers plenty of fundamental information and tips to make beginners feel comfortable, while it lets experienced bakers expand their repertoires by exploring breads, buns, bagels and rolls from around the world. It’s both aspirational and inspirational, and makes you want to bake bread.” — The Portland Press Herald "When it comes to bread baking, King Arthur is one of the most trusted sources out there—both for ingredients and recipes... It’s the perfect choice for anyone just getting into bread making, but experienced bakers will certainly learn new tips and tricks in the pages, too." — AOL "This book from Vermont treasure King Arthur Baking Company is a solid bible for anyone who loves bread and would like to bake it....A gift of substance for beginners and seasoned bakers alike." — The Boston Globe “This is a baking book that touches on endless techniques across manifold cuisines, all with bold photos and detailed, precise instructions.” — THE WEEK " This is a new classic. King Arthur Baking Company makes some of the country's finest flours — and has been doing so since 1790. The brand's website is packed with always reliable recipes for everything from basic sandwich bread to yeast-raised sticky buns. King Arthur's latest cookbook is a similarly varied collection, with lots of global influences. It includes recipes for Mexican conchas and bolo bao from Hong Kong, Jerusalem-style bagels and Japanese milk bread. We're especially excited about the savory entree items like meat-topped flatbread sfeeha halaby, pan-fried sheng jian bao, and a sourdough lasagna.” — Food and Wine “Whether you’re a sourdough stan, someone who buys yeast only around the holidays, or a bread-baking newbie, this cookbook by the pros at King Arthur is for you. It’s packed with recipes for virtually every type of bread imaginable.” – Real Simple “This beautifully big book of bread is exactly what I'd expect from King Art