Book Introduction
From basic theory to a variety of bread recipes,
a comprehensive baking guide by Angko that helps anyone bake high-quality bread with ease.
This beginner-friendly baking book by Angko, Park Jung-mi, beloved by many home bakers for its meticulous and detailed explanations, is titled Classic Baking. More than just a collection of recipes, this book covers fundamental baking theories, including technical terms and kneading methods. It’s highly recommended for those new to bread baking or those who want to take their baking skills seriously.
Baking Basics & 36 Recipes with Angko: Classic Baking is divided into two main parts. The first part, [Getting Started with Classic Baking], introduces essential tools and ingredients for baking. It also includes basic theories such as baker’s percentage, kneading techniques, shaping methods, and simple preparatory recipes like natural starters and various fillings.
The second part, [Classic Baking], provides a collection of diverse bread recipes utilizing the foundational knowledge from the first part. It features 36 recipes, including:
- Moist and soft bread that is delicious in any way you eat it, like classic loaves.
- Savory bread with deep flavor made using natural starters and simple ingredients.
- Soft bread, perfect as a snack or dessert.
- Special bread recipes to make memorable occasions even more extraordinary.
Baking bread isn’t always easy, but with the kind guidance of a professional, you too can create breads that rival those from a bakery. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced home baker, Classic Baking will help you fully experience the joys of bread-making.