How To Make An American Layer Cake

How To Make An American Layer Cake by the Editors of Cook's Illustrated. Published by Boston Common Press, Brookline, MA, 1997. 1st Edition. Hardbound, No DJ. Size 12mo. Condition: Fine. ISBN 0936184175. An illustrated step-by-step guide to perfect cakes, frostings, and fillings. This book shows you how to make from-scratch cakes in not much more time than it takes to make a boxed mix. You will learn the basics of preparing layer cakes, frostings and fillings plus step-by-step decorating tips and techniques. The book shares secrets like how to prevent the cake from shrinking and cracking and why you should use shortening instead of butter to grease pans. A perfect reference for anyone who loves to bake. Illustrations by John Burgoyne. 94 Pgs. Description text copyright 2008 www.BooksForComfort.com. Item ID 16877.