The Last Course: A Cookbook
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The Last Course: A Cookbook. Discover "The Last Course," a stunning new edition hailed as “the greatest dessert book in the history of the world” by Bon Appétit. The book is beautifully illustrated with more than eighty color photographs, capturing the allure of each dessert and inspiring creativity. Discover "The Last Course," a stunning new edition hailed as “the greatest dessert book in the history of the world” by Bon Appétit. This beautifully crafted collection features 175 timeless recipes from the acclaimed James Beard Award–winning pastry chef Claudia Fleming, renowned for her influential work at New York City’s Gramercy Tavern. Perfect for dessert enthusiasts and home cooks alike, this book offers an inspiring array of sweet creations that elevate everyday dining. Claudia Fleming is a celebrated figure in the pastry world, recognized for setting industry standards with her exquisite desserts at Gramercy Tavern. Her desserts have garnered numerous awards, embodying her philosophy of creating highly satisfying food without pretension. With "The Last Course," Fleming shares her impressive repertoire, allowing readers to recreate her signature desserts at home with confidence and ease. Fleming’s approach emphasizes the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients at their peak flavor. Her desserts are straightforward yet enchanting, often surpassing expectations by balancing contrasting textures, flavors, and temperatures. She masterfully pairs brittle and crunchy elements with satiny, smooth textures, and explores the boundaries of sweet and savory, all while maintaining an elemental simplicity that appeals to both novice and experienced bakers. The book is organized seasonally, with recipes grouped by fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and flowers, spices, sweet essences, dairy, and chocolate. In the final chapter, Fleming offers guidance on how to combine and assemble desserts from previous sections to create stunning, composed desserts. Each chapter and dessert pairing is thoughtfully complemented with wine suggestions, enhancing the tasting experience. Included in the collection are recipes such as Raspberry–Lemon Verbena Meringue Cake, Blueberry–Cream Cheese Tarts with Graham Cracker Crust, Cherry Cheesecake Tart with a Red Wine Glaze, Concord Grape Sorbet, Apple Tarte Tatin, Chestnut Soufflés with Armagnac-Nutmeg Custard Sauce, Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Sauternes Gelée, and Warm Chocolate Ganache Cakes, among others. The book is beautifully illustrated with more than eighty color photographs, capturing the allure of each dessert and inspiring creativity. "The Last Course" is a timeless, one-of-a-kind collection filled with original recipes that will inspire dessert lovers for years to come. Praise for "The Last Course" highlights its accessibility and inspiring quality. Daniel Boulud remarked, “While I must admit to being particularly partial to Claudia’s Buttermilk Panna Cotta, every dessert in The Last Course made me salivate. Claudia’s inspired recipes are so beautifully transcribed that even the most nervous of home cooks will feel comfortable trying them and will be a four-star chef for the day.” Elle magazine has called her “The Goddess of New American Pastry,” further cementing her reputation as a leading figure in the culinary world. Brand : Random House Books for Young Readers Title : ABISBOOK Author : Claudia Fleming Genre : Cooking Format : Hardcover Language : English Publication Date : 2019 Pages : 320
