A Little Book of Irish Baking (Little Cookbook) [Hardcover]

Marion Maxwell (Author), Catherine McWilliams (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Little Cookbook | Publication Date: April 1, 2002

This mouthwatering collection of recipes from Ireland’s rich baking tradition is a wonderful introduction to Irish breads and cakes. From oatcakes and soda bread—long an essential staple of the Irish diet—to the richer fare of festival specialties, revised favorites, and cherished family recipes, food lovers will be able to re-create the authentic taste of Ireland. The recipes are simple to follow and include baking instructions for Wheaten Bread, Buttermilk Scones, and Porter Cake, as well as more unusual fare such as Irish Chocolate Cake, Vanilla and Lemon Curd Cake, and Flakemeal Crunchies.

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About the Author

Marion Maxwell is a college lecturer and regular newspaper columnist. She is actively involved in cooking in her family-owned restaurant in Northern Ireland and has been involved in several television food programs. Catherine McWilliams regularly exhibits her art in Dublin and Belfast.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 60 pages
• Publisher: Appletree Press (April 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0862815347
• ISBN-13: 978-0862815349
• Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 4.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,634,921 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #68 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Cooking, Food & Wine > Baking > General

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3.0 out of 5 stars one book with 2 titles, September 22, 2006

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This review is from: A Little Book of Irish Baking (Little Cookbook) (Hardcover)

I bought both the authors books, A LITTLE BOOK OF IRISH BAKING and A LITTLE BOOK OF SCOTTISH BAKING. I was surprised that all of the illustrations are the same, and many of the recipes are identical although she did change the title of a few of the recipes.
Also the recipes are written for a european audience so some of the ingredients are unfamiliar. It would have been better if the author had written one book and called it THE LITTLE BOOK OF IRISH & SCOTTISH BAKING but she didn't so save your money and pick one of her books.