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Williams-Sonoma Collection: Dessert [Hardcover]

Abigail Johnson Dodge
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June 5, 2002 Williams-Sonoma Collection
There is a sweet and irresistible dessert perfectly suited to every taste and occasion. No chocolate lover can refuse a slice of rich chocolate torte, and a mound of homey blackberry cobbler captures the mood of summer. And what better way to end an elegant dinner party than with a scoop of refreshing mango sorbet or a serving of poached pears drizzled with raspberry sauce?

Williams-Sonoma Collection Dessert offers more than 40 recipes, including favorite classics and fresh new ideas. Inside, you'll find simple desserts perfect for a quick afternoon snack as well as seasonal recipes designed for events throughout the year -- from the ideal ending to a July picnic to the last course of a hearty autumn meal. For an impressive presentation, offer your guests a selection of elegant desserts on special occasions. And finally, a chapter devoted entirely to chocolate gives you good reason to indulge in everybody's favorite temptation.

Full-color photographs of each dessert help make it easy to decide which to prepare, and each recipe is accompanied by a photographic side note that highlights a baking technique or key ingredient, making Dessert much more than just a fine collection of recipes. An informative basics section and extensive glossary fill in all you need to know to create an unforgettable dessert that everyone will enjoy.

Whether it's a plate of warm double chocolate chip cookies, a chilled dish of richly caramelized crème brûlée, or a thick wedge of old-fashioned apple pie, no one can resist the sweet allure of a homemade dessert.

Williams-Sonoma Collection Dessert offers more than 40 easy-to-follow recipes, including both time-honored classics and irresistible new ideas. In these pages, you'll find delicious desserts, both simple and extraordinary, designed to fit any occasion at any time of year, from an elegant holiday celebration to a quick mid-afternoon treat. This beautifully photographed, full-color recipe collection is certain to become an essential addition to your kitchen bookshelf.


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Chuck Williams It is my wish that this book will bring a little sweetness to your table.

About the Author

Abigail Johnson Dodge is an author, culinary instructor, and pastry chef trained at La Varenne. She is the author of Great Fruit Desserts and Williams-Sonoma's The Kid?s Cookbook and was a contributor to the new Joy of Cooking. Ms. Dodge has also been an editor at Woman's Day and Parents magazines and was the founding director of the test kitchen at Fine Cooking magazine. Currently she lives in Connecticut and is a contributing editor for Fine Cooking.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 120 pages
  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster; 15th ptg edition (June 5, 2002)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0743226437
  • ISBN-13: 978-0743226431
  • Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 0.7 x 9.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,634 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The Short Story
A classically trained pastry chef, Abby Dodge is a widely respected, award wining, international acclaimed baking expert as well as a popular cookbook author, food writer and instructor. She studied in Paris at La Varenne and is the author of nine cookbooks, including Desserts 4 Today, a viral sensation, and The Weekend Baker, an IACP Cookbook Award Finalist. Her recipes and articles have appeared in more than six dozen cookbooks, publications, blogs and websites. A long time contributing editor to Fine Cooking magazine, Abby's recipes have also graced the covers of Bon Appetit magazine. She's a regular guest on TV and radio, including guest hosting duties on Martha Stewart Living Radio and Food & Wine with Chef Jamie Gwen where she shares monthly desserts. Her ninth book, Mini Treats & Handheld Sweets~Delicious Desserts to Pick up and Eat has just been released and is available for order. For more information about Abby, her cookbooks, blog and videos, please visit her website. www.AbbyDodge.com

The Longer Story
What began as a love for baking at a young age, developed into a passionate and successful career for Abby Dodge. A widely respected, award winning, international acclaimed expert in baking and cooking for both kids and adults, as well as a popular food writer, instructor and media personality, Abby has a simple mission: To streamline baking and cooking for home cooks of all ages. Abby's stress-free strategies and simple techniques for busy people have garnered awards, rave reviews, and a loyal following because ".. despite her serious experience, her approach is relaxed and realistic."--Publishers Weekly
Abby began cooking and baking as a young girl at home in New York and Connecticut. She studied in Paris at La Varenne and later worked under superstars Michel Guerard and Guy Savoy, specializing in pastry. She has held editorial posts at Parents and Woman's Day, and has contributed to over six dozen special-interest publications focusing on baking and family cooking. Abby is currently a contributing editor at Fine Cooking, where she has been on the masthead since 1994. She founded the magazine's test kitchen, has written and contributed to over eighty articles to date, and serves as the magazine's guru for all things baking. Her recipes have also graced the covers of Bon Appetit magazine. Abby's practical advice, recipes, and tips continue to be picked up by myriad consumer magazines, websites and, TV and radio programs.

In addition to her regular blog postings, Abby hosts a monthly online baking community on her blog called #baketogether where she encourages an international group of bakers of all skill levels to follow their own inspiration using one of her recipes. She's a regular guest on TV and radio including Guest Hosting on Martha Stewart Living Radio and Food & Wine with Chef Jamie Gwen where she shares monthly desserts. Abby also is an active member of International Association of Culinary Professionals and the American Institute of Wine and Food, and serves on the National Cutco Culinary Advisory Board. She lives in the Connecticut town she grew up in with her husband Chris, and their two children, Alex and Tierney. Abby's ninth book, Mini Treats & Handheld Sweets~Delicious Desserts to Pick up and Eat has just been released and is available for order. For more information about Abby, her cookbooks, blog and videos, please visit her website. www.AbbyDodge.com.

Author of Nine Popular and Award-Winning Cookbooks

Mini Treats & Handheld Treats ~ Delicious Desserts to Pick Up & Eat (September, 2012)
Desserts 4 Today - Flavorful Desserts with just FOUR INGREDIENTS (September, 2010) (a viral & critically acclaimed sensation)
Williams-Sonoma Mini Pies (September, 2010)
Around the World Cookbook, 2008 (Good Morning America Top 10 Cookbooks of 2008; Parents Choice Recommended Award 2008; Cordon d'Or Culinary Academy Award 2008)
The Weekend Baker, 2005, reprinted 2008 (Food + Wine Top Ten Cookbooks of 2004; IACP Cookbook Award Finalist)
Kids Baking, 2003 (Over 347,000 copies in print, translated into Spanish)
Williams-Sonoma Dessert, 2002 (Over 300,000 in print, translated into Spanish)
The Kid's Cookbook, 2000 (Over 368,000 copies in print)
Great Fruit Desserts, 1997 (Translated into six languages)

Abby has contributed or co-authored many cookbooks, including:


Baking Out Loud (Hedy Goldsmith, Clarkson Potter 2012)
B. Smith's Southern A to Z (Scribner, 2008)
The Joy of Cooking, 75th Anniversary Edition, 2006
Savoring America, 2002 (James Beard Award finalist; Ben Franklin Award winner)
Cookies for Christmas, 1999
The All New Joy of Cooking, 1997

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The pictures are delectable, and the recipes easy to follow. C. Larsen  |  13 reviewers made a similar statement
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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great way to please a sweet tooth! November 19, 2003
Format:Hardcover
The recipes in this cookbook are very straightforward and easy-to-follow. And at this price, it's totally worth it -- even if you find only one or two recipes that you fall in love with, it's worth it. I would highly recommend the Chocolate Mousse, which I've made for friends and was a GREAT success! Give yourself a little extra time the first time you prepare any of these recipes: they're not hard, but you'll definitely get better/faster at it the more you do it. Highly recommended for anyone, whether you're a master chef or just a beginner -- the great photos and straightforward directions are perfect for any skill level!
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Anyone Can Come Off Like A 5 Star Pastry Chef.... March 19, 2006
Format:Hardcover
Most of the recipes in this book are suitable for bakers of any level.

What makes this book a standout, is the fact that even the simplest recipes look expensive and difficult, when complete. For example:

The Poached Pears With Raspberry Coulis, is simple. It looks like a million bucks when properly plated, though.

My boyfriend made the Lemon Curd Squares in the middle of the night. He isn't known for his cooking or baking skills (unless Noodle Roni counts). They came out perfect. From the way he carried on, you would think he solved cold fusion.

If your baking challenged, significant other, reads this book and is motivated to make just one recipe, then your money was well spent.

This book is a must have.
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31 of 33 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The best dessert cookbook. January 6, 2005
Format:Hardcover
I love this cookbook. I have made several of the desserts - including the molten chocolate cakes, cheesecakes, brownies, souffle, and pecan tart. The instructions are clear - with luscious pictures - and the results are great. Highly recommend.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars great book
Wonderful series from Williams-Sonoma
Bought them all for kitchen library
Recommend to new cooks as well as experienced chefs
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Published 8 days ago by Raul Cremata
5.0 out of 5 stars good book
this book is very nice. I did find that some recipes required a lot of ingredients and I wouldn't call this a beginning bakers cookbook. purchase if you love decadent desserts
Published 1 month ago by labels&love
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Desserts
This is an excellent dessert cook book. The recipes are easy to follow and they come with pictures so you know what this finish product should look like. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Latasha Young
5.0 out of 5 stars Dessert Cookbook
This is an excellent dessert cookbook. Recipes are easy to follow, and the variety of recipes is great. Will be using this book a lot.
Published 3 months ago by L. Waters
5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!
I love this cook book. There's an excellent glossary and the food comes out delicious! Plus, you can be at any level as a cook to master these recipes.
Published 3 months ago by hotcocoabrown
5.0 out of 5 stars I gain weight just reading it!
Of course, that's a joke, but I do love this book. It offers the kinds of desserts usually found in top restaurants, and gives you all the instructions to make them taste... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Hazel Watson
5.0 out of 5 stars Looks real elegant
This cookbook looks real elegant yet doable. I sent this as one item in a gift package and I think it made for a beautiful presentation.
Published 4 months ago by Chaya Einhorn
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
What is to review? I know it is a Williams-Sonoma book which I have liked everyone I have bought and source is one I use frequently, always satisfactory. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Clyda Conrad
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
My wife is a professional Baker and collect baking books....every year we have to find another one. This one is great, really nice pictures and even better receipes.
Published 5 months ago by Shawn Stiner
5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of great food
Like most of the Williams-Sonoma collection books this one is just as great. I have tried the Creme Brulee in the book and it is wonderful. Read more
Published 5 months ago by mm77
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