St. Patrick’s Day · Shopping guide
Irish bread and baking books
Two compact guides to breads, scones, and sweet baking.
Choose a recipe before adding equipment. A loaf or batch of scones can give an afternoon gathering a clear center without requiring a full dinner.
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The Irish Granny’s Pocket Bread and Baking Book
Hardcover, English, Gill Books, June 13, 2017, 256 pages, 5.2 x 5.6 inches
Small-format collection of savory breads and sweet baking.
What customers say: Readers value the compact format, recipe variety, and accompanying pictures; one describes returning to recipes regularly after a trip to Ireland.
Before choosing: Its pocket dimensions mean less page space than a full-size kitchen reference.
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Irish Bread Baking for Today
Paperback, English, The O’Brien Press, June 6, 2015, 96 pages
Valerie O’Connor guide to soda breads, griddle cakes, potato breads, and scones.
What customers say: Readers find the instructions easy to follow and praise the soda bread recipes; one recommends planning ahead for wholemeal flour.
Before choosing: Check the flour type in your chosen recipe before making substitutions.
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