Paul Hollywood is back. Everyone’s favourite Great British Bake Off co-host and baker has written his seventh book, BAKE which is a collection of classic recipes.

Fans of Paul’s cooking have come to know him for his passion for baking and his flawless technique. This recipe book continues that trend, offering timeless savoury and sweet recipes, and tips and tricks he has acquired from decades in the pastry game.

BAKE is divided into chapters: ‘Cakes’, ‘Biscuits and Cookies’, ‘Bread and Flatbreads’, ‘Pizzas and Doughnuts’, ‘Pastry and Pies’, and ‘Desserts.’

Across these chapters you’ll also find global influences, with recipes ranging from Indian ‘Naan’, French ‘Pain aux Raisins’, Moroccan ‘Maneesh’, to a classic English afternoon tea.

What will please most readers is the easy layout of the recipes. Simpler recipes include classic buttery ‘Shortbread’, which only has four ingredients. Or arguably the best ‘Chocolate Brownie’ you’ll ever taste, which can be whipped up in under 45 minutes. And, if you are willing to flex your culinary muscles, you can attempt the lengthy French ‘Croissants’ or enter the world of pre-ferments, bread and Sourdough making.

Reviewed by Robert Bromhead

MORE BOOKS BY THIS AUTHOR

Pies and Puds
British Baking
Bread
A Baker’s Life

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Paul Hollywood comes from a long line of Bakers. Originally trained as a sculptor, his father persuaded him to join the family business. He went onto become head baker at some of the most exclusive hotels, including Cliveden, The Chester Grosvenor and The Dorcheste gaining a reputation as an innovator and one of the country’s finest artisan bakers.

Paul shot to fame with his role as a judge on The Great British Bake Off becoming a celebrity chef and TV personality. He went on to launch The Paul Hollywood Artisan Bread Company.

After beginning his broadcast career in food, he diversified into other areas, including motoring.

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