From Jeff Hertzberg, M.D. and Magnolia Network's Zoë François, authors of the Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day series, comes a collection of all time favorite recipes and techniques.Dive headfirst into the gratifying world of homemade bread with The Best of Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day.Transcending merely a recipe book, this baking odyssey promises to be your constant companion, serving up the 80 most coveted recipes hand-picked from the prestigious "Bread in Five" series. From rich loaves enriched with eggs and butter to healthful whole grain recipes, versatile flatbreads, and even gluten-free options, this collection unravels an assortment of favorites.In addition to old favorites, the book pulls in a few new tricks, tips, and techniques that Jeff and Zoë have learned along the way. With their revolutionary stored-dough technique-along with color and instructional black-and-white photographs-readers can have stunning, delicious bread on day one. The Best of Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day will make everyone a baker-with only five minutes a day of active preparation time.

AcknowledgmentsThe Secret Preface 1 Introduction 2 Ingredients 3 Equipment 4 Tips and Techniques 5 The Master Recipe 6 More Basic Doughs 7 Classic Shapes with Master and Basic Doughs 8 Loaves from Around the World 9 Flatbreads and Pizzas 10 Gluten-Free Breads 11 Enriched Breads and Pastries 12 Natural Sourdough Starter (Levain) Sources for Bread-BakingProducts Index