Jul 11 2015

Sweet and Savory Saturday: Get Your Bake On By Brian Emmett

Posted by Jennifer in Book Spotlight / 1 Comment

Whip up some delicious down-home goodness with GET YOUR BAKE ON: SWEET AND SAVORY RECIPES FROM MY HOME TO YOURS, a cookbook of sweet and savory recipes from Brian Emmett, who burst onto the culinary scene with his charm, confidence, and superior baking and cooking skills on CBS’s The American Baking Competition™. He won the hearts of Americans nationwide, who watched this enthusiastic husband and father immerse himself in his passion—and, ultimately, take home the illustrious title of America’s Best Amateur Baker.

Now in GET YOUR BAKE ON, Brian shares over seventy-five recipes that leave no doubt as to why he was crowned champion of the show. This cookbook encompasses a hearty mixture of The American Baking Competition favorites, brand-new concoctions, and Emmett family recipes passed down for generations. Staying true to the show’s theme, there are plenty of sweets. From Poppy Seed Sugar Plum Rolls to his famous Cakey Chocolate Chip Cookies, Brian’s baked goods are sure to satisfy even the most demanding of sweet tooths.

GET YOUR BAKE ON also features a strong savory element with classic, feel-good recipes such as Sunday Brunch Strata and Sky-High Cheese and Chive Soufflés. Some of these delicious treats include:

Pies and Tarts…Lemon Meringue Pie
Scones, Muffins, and Biscuits…Blueberry and Almond Scones
Breads and Pizzas…Focaccia with Fresh Thyme
Cookies, Bars, Biscotti, and Brownies…Salted Peanut Cookies
Cakes…Cheesecake with Caramel-Apple Topping
Pastry and Pie Dough…Apple Cider-Spiked Pie Dough
Soufflés and Custards…Sunday Brunch Strata

“This is by far one of the favorites with my family and friends, but not just for brunch! It’s a hit for tailgating, Bunco night, bowling leagues, housewarming parties, baby showers…you are sure to be the MVP at any event if you show up with this amazing casserole. It’s great because you can assemble all the ingredients the day before, refrigerate, and then bake fresh in the morning. It’s also easy to change up the ingredients, use different cheeses, substitute the meats with seasonal vegetables such as broccoli, asparagus, or spinach, or add fresh herbs such as chopped parsley or basil as garnish for a beautiful presentation.”

With Brian Emmett’s GET YOUR BAKE ON, readers are expertly equipped to gather with friends and family for any occasion and enjoy the most savory food. So grab a spoon, America—Brian’s back, and he’s ready to dish!

About the Author:

Brian Emmett, the ultimate foodie and home entertainer, has been baking, cooking, serving, and designing unique culinary experiences for family and friends for over twenty years. He lives near Chicago with his wife and daughters.