For seasoned veterans looking for new breads to bake or rookies looking for a clear and reliable introduction, this book provides 300 fail-proof recipes, geared to the 1 1/2-pound and 2-pound loaf machines, for making everything from hearty sandwich breads to special occasion loaves. 80 illustrations. Lay-flat binding.

Can the incomparable taste, texture, and aroma of handcrafted bread from a neighborhood bakery be reproduced in a bread machine? The answer from bread expert Beth Hensperger is a resounding "Yes!"

When Beth first set out to find the answer, though, she had doubts; so she spent hundreds of hours testing all kinds of breads in a bread maker. This bountiful 646-page book full of more than 300 bakery-delicious recipes is the result, revealing the simple secrets for perfect bread, every time.

In addition to a range of white breads and egg breads, recipes include:

• Whole-Grain Breads
• Gluten-Free Breads
• Sourdough Breads
• Herb, Nut, Seed, and Spice Breads
• Vegetable, Fruit, and Cheese Breads
• Pizza Crusts, Focaccia, and other Flatbreads
• Coffee Cakes and Sweet Rolls
• Chocolate Breads
• Holiday Breads
• No-Yeast Quick Breads

No matter how you slice it, Beth's brilliant recipes add up to a lifetime of fun with your bread machine!