| Author |
Stegmann, F. H. (Friedrich Hermann) |
| Title |
Der Pfefferkuchenbäcker und Lebküchler
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Der Pfefferkuchenbäcker und Lebküchler" by F. H. Stegmann is a comprehensive guide to the art of baking gingerbread and honey cakes written in the late 19th century. This instructional work details all kinds of fine and ordinary gingerbread and honey cakes, alongside the methods of renowned bakers from cities like Nuremberg, Thorn, Danzig, and Braunschweig. Central to the narrative is the expertise of the gingerbread baker and the meticulous preparation needed to create these traditional confections. The opening of this treatise presents an introduction to the profession of gingerbread baking, emphasizing the importance of using quality ingredients and the oppressive competition found among bakers. Stegmann discusses the celebrated reputation of Nuremberg gingerbread, pointing out the subtle differences in quality among various bakers. It sets the stage for subsequent sections that will delve into specific recipes, techniques, and materials required for making different types of gingerbread and honey cakes, underscoring the dedication needed for a successful outcome in this culinary tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
TX: Technology: Home economics
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| Subject |
Confectionery
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| Subject |
Gingerbread
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| Subject |
Cake
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
56871 |
| Release Date |
Mar 29, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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