If you love desserts, this book is a MUST to add to your library.

Of course, there are hundreds of recipes for every favorite dessert imaginable from pies and cakes to ice creams, puddings, custards, souffles and others. But The Dessert Bible is about so much more than mere recipes. Christopher Kimball, the founder, editor and publisher of Cook's Illustrated, shares an in-depth investigation of how and why the recipes work. What this means in practical terms is that anyone who studies this book will have the skills they need to turn out spectacular desserts, anytime, anywhere.

Kimball spent years testing and re-testing countless dessert recipes. In this book he presents the most foolproof way of achieving the most flawless results. The chapter on tips, techniques and shortcuts even goes over the basics - the best way to grease a pan, whip egg whites, melt chocolate, etc.

Also included is also extensive information on kitchen equipment and tools, as well as a buying guide with Christopher's recommendations. This is a consumer's guide to the kitchen with results based on blind testing between popular brands.

The culinary challenged will especially appreciate the "What can go wrong" section, which highlights the typical problems home cooks are likely to encounter, as well as how to solve them.

This is a book that will be treasured by novice cooks as well as experienced cooks. The recipes are enticing, the tips and techniques truly practical, and instructions clear and compelling. Nearly 100 line drawings further clarify tricky techniques, making this one of the best, most comprehensive books on the subject that I've ever encountered.