I am delighted to share the news that I have just had a new book published on the subject of bread making. Making your own bread is a rewarding experience and is easier than you might think. You can make a loaf with just 3 everyday ingredients and a few basic pieces of kitchen equipment. Once you’ve mastered a few simple techniques, you’ll be well on the way to creating something that is eaten all over the world, every day of the year.

Whether you’re an absolute beginner or an established baker, this book contains everything you need to know to help create a variety of breads, from a simple white loaf to an indulgent buttery brioche. You’ll find recipes for yeasted and non-yeasted breads, sour doughs and breads made with gluten-free ingredients, as well as breads you can cook in the air fryer, slow cooker and steamer. All recipes are vegan or can be adapted to make vegan friendly.

There’s a chapter on the history of bread making; information on all the ingredients you can use to make the perfect loaf; a little bit of science, and lots of tips and techniques for making kneading, proving and shaping the perfect dough, and should something go wrong, there is a useful troubleshooting guide. The book is illustrated with colour photographs throughout by food photographer Stuart MacGregor  to provide extra help and the inspiration you need to start making your own bread. Complete starter guide to making bread by Kathryn Hawkins, published by IMMlifestylebooks™ and is available from major online retailers. 

Ciabatta, focaccia, baguette and grissini. Photography: Stuart MacGregor©