Packed with practical tips and stunning photography, Williams-Sonoma Essentials of B & B is the latest in the popular Essentials series. It offers a range of recipes for meals served from early morning through lunchtime. The book includes information on seasonal ingredients and pantry essentials, entertaining ideas, instructional tips on how to make the perfect cup of coffee or tea, and helpful suggestions for setting up an omelet and bagel bar. Eight sample menus cover several occasions, from a summertime breakfast to a holiday brunch. The recipes feature both classic favorites and exciting new creations. Features: Over 130 delicious recipes; full-color photography Suggestions for alternative ingredients, recipe variations, and accompaniments Comprehensive glossary of ingredients and culinary terminology

With more than forty scrumptious breakfast recipes and lots of fun ideas for throwing the best brunch party ever, this book gives you all the inspiration and guidance you need to cook yummy homemade dishes.

Start your morning off right with this collection of over one hundred amazing breakfast and brunch recipes. When the first decision of your day is what to have for breakfast, the easy recipes and inspired ideas provided in The Breakfast Bible will make your choice an effortless one. With more than one hundred recipes covering every part of the morning meal—from eggs and bacon to fruits and grains, breads and pastries, healthful bowls, griddle cakes, morning beverages, and more—there are plenty of options to wake up your day. Featuring a comprehensive collection of classic and contemporary breakfast recipes, easy-to-customize options for morning favorites, simple tips and techniques, and gluten-free alternatives, The Breakfast Bible has everything you need to prepare the most important meal of the day. Whether you want to host a weekend brunch with a DIY Bloody Mary bar, treat someone to breakfast in bed with homemade waffles, or take something to go, there’s a for everyone in this diverse recipe collection. Additional recipes include: Orange Marmalade Bread and Butter Pudding; Raspberry Lemon Muffins; Almond Streusel; Egg-topped Asian Noodle Bowl; Mediterranean Strata; Honey Butter; Fingerling Potato, Green Onion, Bacon & Rosemary Frittata; Smoked Salmon, Crème Fraiche & Chive Scrambled Eggs; Classic Buttermilk Pancakes; Buckwheat Crepes; Banana, Almond Butter, Date & Cinnamon Protein Shake; Maple Pecan Coconut Granola; Breakfast Yogurt Parfaits; and many more!

From gooey cinnamon rolls to poached eggs lavished with lemony hollandaise, this scrumptious cookbook is filled with everyone’s favorite breakfast and brunch comfort food dishes. In addition, signature dishes from favorite breakfast and brunch restaurants around the country are highlighted throughout the book, including restaurant photos and stories. In Williams-Sonoma Breakfast Comforts, celebrated cookbook author Rick Rodgers shares his favorite tried-and-true recipes for the morning meal, along with a collection of mouthwatering dishes from beloved breakfast and brunch restaurants across the country. Peppered with Rodgers’ nostalgic, personal tales, it also includes engaging stories behind the featured restaurants and the signature dishes that have made them so popular. Over 100 recipes will satisfy any breakfast craving, whether you prefer a sweet or savory start to the day. Showcasing American regional cuisine, the restaurant recipes include decadent cheese and berry blintzes from New York; chile-laced migas from the Southwest; crab cake Benedict from the Pacific Northwest; and the lightest, flakiest biscuits—with plenty of hearty sausage gravy on the side—from the American South. You’ll also find recipes for all the classics, such as butter- and syrup-drenched waffles; marmalade-stuffed French toast; scrambled eggs bursting with herbs and tomatoes; crispy corned beef hash; and sticky caramel-pecan rolls. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find inspiration for every palate and every occasion, from a casual family breakfast to a lazy Sunday brunch with friends, in this ultimate collection of comfort-food breakfasts.

Drool-worthy baked goods for any meal and occasion throughout the year—from fluffy cinnamon rolls to vegetable potpies to gingerbread cookies. Be a hero at home or the next group gathering when you serve one of the over 120 delicious recipes in Williams Sonoma Baking Favorites, the essential collection of go-to recipes for homemade treats. From holiday classics like Bûche de Noël and Popovers, to kid-friendly treats such as Cinnamon Monkey Bread and Snickerdoodles, to contemporary desserts including Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake and Champagne and Raspberry Mini Layer Cakes, the easy-to-follow recipes, expert tips, and beautiful photography will inspire home cooks to expand their baking repertoire and create delicious goodies for any occasion throughout the year.

Brunch: The Complete Cookbook features over 100 sweet and savory brunch recipes! The greatest benefit of brunch is that there is something for everyone, from kids to vegans, those with a sweet tooth and those who prefer something savory – The Brunch Book covers it all. From lighter fare that features the best of summer produce to stick-to-your ribs comfort food that hits the spot on a winter morning, you’ll never be at a loss for what to make for brunch. Host brunch with ease by following set menus that pair multiple recipes that create a sumptuous spread, or mix and match to really personalize the meal. Not only will people remember the food you make – eggs galore, savory oatmeal, cheesy casseroles, flavorful scones, and so much more – the wide range of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drink recipes will make family and friends feel like they’ve eaten at a restaurant, not at your kitchen table.

Breakfast is an exploration of everything about breakfast and brunch. This celebration of the most popular meal of the day offers engaging stories, essential how-tos, and killer breakfast recipes. Discover exciting new ingredients and the secrets to making Entenmann's Cake Doughnuts and Taco Bell Crunchwraps at home, among many other dishes. Learn the origins of scrapple and how to brew barista-level drinks. Based on the popular website ExtraCrispy.com, this book--the perfect gift for anyone who loves all-day-breakfast--is packed with 100 photos, humorous illustrations, and amazing, craveable food.

Nothing evokes the comforts of home better than freshly baked treats straight from the oven. But too many home cooks believe they don't have the time to bake except for the occasional special dessert. If you are one of them, this comprehensive baking collection, with nearly 400 recipes for everything from homespun favorites and bake-shop sweets to popular restaurant-style desserts, is guaranteed to change your mind. In this inspired book, you will find recipes that both fit into your busy schedule and suit nearly every occasion, from quick dessert for weeknight suppers to fancy cakes for holiday tables. Whether you are dreaming of buttery shortbread for an afternoon snack, a luscious berry pie for a midsummer get-together, a buche de Noel for a Christmas Day buffet, or a batch of rolls for Sunday supper, you will discover how to make it in these pages. The recipes are organized into eight comprehensive chapters: Cookies and Bars; Muffins and Quick Breads; Coffee Cakes, Scones, and Biscuits; Cakes and Tortes; Pies and Tarts; Yeasted Breads; Fruit Desserts; and Custards and Egg Dishes. Each chapter provides an array of flavor options to match the seasons and to accommodate a variety of tastes. Every recipe includes a photograph of the finished dish, so you can see how it will look, as well as photographs illustrating key baking task, ingredients, and/or equipment. Classics enjoyed by adults and kids alike are here, such as lemon bars, chocolate-studded cookies, blueberry muffins with brown-sugar topping, buttermilk biscuits, birthday cake with fudge frosting, pumpkin pie, and country-style cinnamon rolls. Detailed directions for baking chocolate cupcakes, bagels, and madeleines make these typical bakery specialties easy to prepare at home. A large selection of recipes for special occasions, such as almond-flecked chocolate cake with caramel sauce, pear torte with fresh ginger, and cherry cheesecake with a biscotti crust, provides plenty of ideas for holiday and dinner-party tables. Rounding out the book are dozens of recipes for savory baked items, from Roquefort-laced popovers and goat cheese muffins to olive bread and mushroom quiche. An extensive reference section at the end of the book includes basic recipes, such as pie and tart doughs, dessert sauces and glazes, and cake frostings and fillings. Also included is a tips-and-techniques primer, with photographed step-by-step instructions on everything from rolling out pie dough, making decorative crusts, and frosting a cake to kneading bread dough in a stand mixer. Cooking and ingredient charts and a comprehensive glossary complete the section. With The Williams-Sonoma Baking Book on your kitchen shelf, you will find yourself baking more often, with results that are always both delicious and rewarding.

The ultimate gift for newly married or engaged couples, Two in the Kitchen features a modern design, sprightly illustrations, lush photography, and 150 recipes for every occasion—from breakfast and brunch to cocktail hour to weeknight dinners for two to dinner parties to holidays. “We both grew up in households in which family mealtime was sacred, and the rituals surrounding eating and drinking have continued to define and unite us. Cooking together is a way of reveling in each other and in our union. We hope that you will find the same bliss in the kitchen that we do.” — Christie & Jordan With an elegant design, colorful illustrations, gorgeous photography, and a charismatic young couple, Jordan Mackay and Christie Dufault, writing friendly and helpful text, this title looks and feels like a gift and is filled with classic recipes and resonant information for modern newlyweds. Jordan and Christie draw on their experience—he’s a wine and spirits writer and she’s a sommelier and instructor at the CIA in Greystone—to add contemporary topics to the mix, such as a focus on drinks, how to set up a home bar, how to cook happily with your spouse and entertain family and friends. Additionally, five other couples from spanning the country share their secrets and tips for achieving kitchen bliss. Besides a diverse array of 150 recipes for every occasion and taste, each chapter opens with a handful of prose recipes offering inspirational ideas for quick dishes—from smoothies and scrambles to crostini and sparkling drinks—speaking to novice cooks looking for fresh and easy recipes. Practical advice like how to sharpen knives, take care of cutting boards, and store food in the freezer, and fun ideas like creating a music playlist for a dinner party are presented in short, easy-to-read sidebars throughout the front of the book. From dozens of recipes for every occasion to advice and entertaining know-how from couples who cook, this book will lead the way to happiness in the kitchen. Real couples Six couples from across America share their tricks, first-hand experience, and knowledge gained cooking together. Kitchen advice Includes practical information, from kitchen planning and equipment to stocking the pantry and buying wineglasses. Go-to recipes From breakfast and brunch to cocktail hour and weeknight dinners, a collection of recipes ideal for newlyweds.

Few get-togethers are more enjoyable than a leisurely midday meal with friends or family—a time when both good food and good conversation are on the menu. This stunning cookbook is filled with more than 100 sweet and savory recipes, plus savvy tips on entertaining, menu planning, and more. Whether you have a special occasion to celebrate or just want to share a relaxed midday meal with friends or family, hosting brunch is an enjoyable, no-fuss way to entertain. In these pages, you’ll find over 100 memorable recipes for inspiration, from classics like cinnamon rolls, eggs Benedict, and huevos rancheros to such modern plates as polenta with poached eggs and prosciutto, cardamom-scented almond buns, and a creamy ricotta tart with fresh peas and mint. The recipes are organized into five chapters—sweet, savory, salads, sides, and drinks—that reflect a brunch sensibility and simplify menu planning. Plus, every recipe includes suggestions for other dishes and beverages to help you put together a winning meal. Throughout the pages, lush, colorful photography and an engaging narrative bring the foods and settings to life. With this book in hand, you’ll be inspired to gather around the table for brunch every chance you get. Selected recipes include: -Applesauce and Brown Sugar Crumb Cake -Nectarine-Almond Oven Pancake -New Orleans-Style BBQ Shrimp and Grits -Baked Eggs with Spinach and Cream -Blackberry Coffee Cake -Balsamic Bloody Mary & other great cocktail recipes!