Hard-boiled, chewy, soft or sticky, sweets are the stuff of childhood
memories, and the good news is that they are surprisingly easy to make
at home. This fabulous book opens with an overview of the history of
sweets and chocolates, and a cook's guide to ingredients, equipment and
techniques. More than 90 step-by-step recipes follow, including
Salt-Water Taffy, Peanut Butter Fudge, Sugar Mice and Raspberry
Lollipops. Each method is clearly set out and illustrated including a
stunning picture of each finished confection. Packed with tips and
variations, this guide will enable cooks of all abilities to recreate
their best-loved sweets and chocolates at home. -Indulge yourself with
the ultimate pleasure of homemade boiled sweets, taffies, toffees,
fudges, nougats, marzipan, liquorice, candied fruits, truffles and
chocolates. -Step-by-step recipes include all the classics, such as
Peppermint Humbugs, Honeycomb Toffee, Peanut Brittle and Butterscotch,
as well as modern twists, like Almond Milk Fudge and Liquorice Star
Anise Drops. -A fascinating introduction reveals the history and
traditions of sweets, as well as providing expert information about
equipment and basic techniques, such as making fondant and tempering
chocolate.