{"product_id":"9780593138410","title":"The Perfect Loaf","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis non-fiction, instructional cookbook focuses on sourdough baking for home bakers. It centers on mastering the fundamentals with a wide range of foolproof recipes, from simple freeform loaves to pizza and doughnuts. It’s designed for curious beginners and seasoned hobby bakers alike, with an encouraging, educational, and practical tone.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContent is presented in a clear, recipe-led format with step-by-step instructions, illustrated diagrams, and practical sidebars that answer common questions about starters, baker’s percentages, and bread fails. The reading experience is approachable and thorough, designed to build confidence as you work through each technique.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders move through categories that span essential freeform loaves, pan loaves, and flavorful buns and sweets, plus pizza and flatbreads. The learning journey blends science with craft, inviting hands-on exploration of hydration, flour choices, and fermentation. The book supports both hands-on practice and deeper exploration, helping you develop baker’s intuition and the confidence to experiment with new grains and specialty flours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFoolproof recipe range: simple sourdough, rosemary \u0026amp; olive oil, extra-sour, cranberry \u0026amp; walnut, demi baguettes, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive guidance on starters, fermentation, hydration, and dough handling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTools, equipment, storage tips, and long-term starter maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear explanations of baker’s percentages and practical troubleshooting for common bread fails\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIllustrations, diagrams, and sidebars that illuminate technique and science\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to experiment with freshly milled grains, different flours, and hydration levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter finishing, readers gain a solid, practical toolkit for reliable home baking, a deeper curiosity about grain and fermentation, and the ability to improvise with confidence. It leaves you with a lasting appreciation for the craft and the joy of sharing fresh bread with others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540572287193,"sku":"9780593138410","price":2708.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/91317KnOnRL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776668904","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780593138410","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}