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Bernard Clayton, Jr.'s, The Complete Book of Breads was published in 1973 and immediately became a modern American classic. With it, Clayton established himself as an expert and has maintained his position as an authority whom other food professionals turn to. Under his guidance, a generation of home bakers produced their first loaves and have since gone back time and again to old favorites. For fourteen years The Complete Book of Breads has stayed in print. During that time, Clayton discovered that France alone offered a book's worth of material and so produced The Breads of France. With The Complete Book of Pastry, he again offered the reader definitive instruction along with splendid recipes.

In the years since the publication of The Complete Book of Breads new equipment and products have revolutionized the American kitchen. With a heavy-duty mixer equipped with a dough hook, or even a food processor, a home-baked loaf can be produced in a fraction of the time previously required, and with little effort as well. The availability of fast-acting yeasts, bread flour, and other specialty products once found only in health and gourmet food stores has also broadened the possibilities. These changes were part of the inspiration for the much needed New Complete Book of Breads: 200 of the recipes from the original book appear here, all revised with the modern cook, modern equipment, and marvelous products in mind. For each recipe, Clayton gives instructions for using either the mixer or the food processor and also takes into account the shorter time needed for fast-acting yeasts.

Beyond the updated recipes, he also includes 100 new recipes, which are the result of ongoing research, further travels, and the generosity of fans and friends. In the author's own words: "All of the recipes reflect what has happened in the kitchen in the past two decades. New flours, equipment, yeasts, and techniques have been introduced to make home bread-making easier and faster -- with no loss of quality."

The New Complete Book of Breads offers an incredible range of variety, nearly enough to supply a different kind Of bread for a year of baking days. Here are wheat breads -- Honey-Lemon, Walnut, Buttermilk; a variety of sourdough breads; all manner of corn breads; breads flavored with herbs and spices or enriched with cheeses, and all the favorite "little breads" -- Kaiser Rolls, Mother's Biscuits, English Muffins, and Popovers. For the baker who observes the seasons and the holidays with a fresh loaf, there are Challah, Barm Brack, and Panettone; there are also delectable breads rich with nuts and fruits, such as Cherry-Pecan, Italian Olive, and Honey-Pineapple.

For fourteen years the original Complete Book of Breads has been thought of as the comprehensive and definitive work by readers and food writers alike; for professional bakers, it has been an important reference. But for its author, it may have been just the beginning of something else, for the New Complete Book of Breads has truly been in progress since then. Bread, the staff of life, is indeed a lively subject, and Bernard Clayton, Jr., has proved to be its most accomplished author.


Editorial Reviews

Review

Marion Cunningham I opened the New Complete Book of Breads for the first time late one night, and what a joy to read and remember old favorites, and be inspired by many new and enticing recipes. If you have an oven you must have this book.There are no excuses for not finding loaves you will love in this definitive bread book. Bernard Clayton is a master baker. -- Review

About the Author

Bernard Clayton began his career as a reporter and foreign correspondent. Baking was his hobby. As a result, he has experimented with various modern techniques, developing his craft. He has been writing cookbooks for nearly fifteen years, beginning with The Complete Book of Breads. When he travels, Mr. Clayton investigates historical and regional recipes, conversing with bakers around the world. He lives with his wife in Bloomington, Indiana.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bread, I love to make it & eat it.

m.w. · June 11, 2025

My friend & I share recipes across the Country, we garden, can & make Bread. She recommended this Book and it is a true Treasure. Lots of wonderful recipes to try & learn from. You well really enjoy this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete Bread Book

L. · February 28, 2012

I used to bake breads back in highschool (over 20 something years ago) and the book I had back then was a basic baking cookbook with lots of pictures. Sadly I don't have that book anymore and never wrote down my favorite bread recipes. I tried some recipes from Foodnetwork.com and allrecipes but those sites don't really give good step-by-step instructions especially with regards to kneading. I would always get a tough and heavy dough and I always thought that I was over-kneading it. When I first skimmed through Bernard Clayton's book, I realized that I've been under-kneading the dough the entire time. The first recipe I made from this book was the Buttermilk white loaf and it turned out great! I added 1/4 cups more sugar because I prefer sweet breads. My husband loved it too! Contrary to what one reviewer said, I don't think there's anything wrong with the layout of the book. They're easy to read and follow. Of course, I understand that it would be a lot easier for readers if there are separate instructions for doing by hand, mixer and machine/food processor, but that would double the size of the book. I for one don't want a cookbook that's as big and heavy as the Jerusalem Bible. I always read the entire recipe first before starting in the kitchen so I'll know what to look for later on. I especially love that I could make bread using my stand mixer. Makes life so much easier. The book has no pictures but everyone knows how a bread should look like, right? I just google the ones I'm not familiar with, like challah. This book is indeed complete and you won't need any other book. Well, I did get The Bread Bible: 300 Favorite Recipes but only because it has a few recipes (like cinnamon rolls and foccacia) that aren't in Bernard's book. I think they complement each other. Bread: The Breads of the World and How to Bake Them at Home is also a great reference and has photos of all the exotic breads mentioned in Bernard's book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Bernard Clayton rocks!

N.E.O. · September 25, 2004

I bought a copy of this book used from an Bolo.com Marketplace seller, and I love it. I have been very impressed with the book though I have actually made only two of the recipes so far (and have made them several times). The very best thing about the book is that Clayton is very encouraging as a bread-baking teacher and mentor. He makes bread making seem, perhaps not easy, but accessible and possible. The overall sense here is, "You can do it!" Other reviewers have commented on his "old school" style, and indeed, he has been writing and revising his cookbooks for around 30 years. I have to say, I love this. He does offer instruction for food processor, stand mixer, and hand kneading. He describes each step in such a way that the amateur baker knows what to expect in terms of feel and look of the dough in progress. Encouraged by his instruction, I have been easily able to adapt the recipes, with fabulous result, to my Bosch mixer, freshly milled whole wheat, and instant yeast. The book contains a truly stunning number of types of bread, from sandwich to artisan, and, honestly, I could try a new bread every weekend for years before repeating any. I picture Clayton traveling about, meeting bread bakers around the world with an open curiosity and then passing his newfound knowledge with the rest of us who don't have either time or funds to travel as he does. And I for one am grateful for his enthusiastic search for bread knowledge. Thank you, Bernard Clayton!

5.0 out of 5 stars Overjoyed!

S.G. · May 5, 2025

What a happy mistake I made! To think I almost cancelled the item. I didn’t even know there was a bread and soup book written by Bernard Clayton. I learned to bake using his ‘Complete Book of Breads’ in the 1980’s. Gave my daughter in law my only copy, and was feeling sentimental about it. Anyway, I’m a big soup maker and this is a double blessing!! Fast delivery too.

4.0 out of 5 stars Awesome

N. · April 23, 2010

This is an awesome book and I am glad I made the purchase. The soup choices are so very ecclectic and there are an equal amount of choices when it comes to the breads. Bernared Clayton really did his homework, introducing a fine line of food to serve guests at elegant parties, informal dinners or dinner for yourself and/or a spouse (if you cut the recipes in half - you can always change the seasonings to your liking). I give it a four star because the directions on bread making could have been written in a more coherent fashion, especially for this updated version. I do own books that has several mixing method choices, in which the authors/editors catergorize them very clearly so there is no confusion. Besides this, this is a great book, with great choices for all to experiment with and enjoy. I've tried a few of the breads and dessert breads and they are great, namely the chelsea buns and the Johnnycake, the feather bread, angel biscuits and the shiacchiatta. Really great. And B. Clayton Jr. is very informative when it comes to the history of a particular bread and soup. His directions are superb. I never knew yeast baking could be so fun. Enjoy!

5.0 out of 5 stars the new complete book of breads by bernard clayton

N.T. · January 12, 2012

Hi!I think it's a very good book for beginner who likes to bake breads. For me I am really happy that I bought the right one. Each one of its recipe has a good story of it. It's very easy to follow and you have a lot of choice, what I meant that you have so many different recipes of bread to bake. Mr Bernard Clayton Jr. has a sense of humor. He's funny. I like his book a lot. It's easy to understand. I hope that he'll print a new book that has a lot more recipes about all breads only and more information about Starters, Leaven, Polish, dried sourdough cultures all around the world.Yes, I would recommend for someone who really like baking bread. I am absolutely that this book for you.ThanksNhut Tran

Inesauribile

M.M. · March 12, 2015

Un libro "enorme": ci sono veramente una gran quantita' di ricette, ci vogliono degli anni per poterle provar tutte!Ben scritto e facilmente comprensibile, per quasi tutte le ricette descrive la realizzazione a mano, con l'impastatrice e con il robot da cucina; le ricette che ho provato hanno sempre funzionato alla perfezione, con mia personale soddisfazione.Intendiamoci, non sono un neofita nel far pane, ed ho nella mia colleziona svariati altri libri in lingua inglese sull'argomento, per cui non saprei se consigliarlo o meno a chi e' agli inizi, soprattutto perche' le misure sono tutte in "cups" e "spoons", quindi bisogna sapersi un po' orientare nelle conversioni.Molto interessanti ed utili anche i consigli, inclusi quelli riguardo il "cosa fare se avete sbagliato xxxx", e carini nella loro sintesi i racconti che introducono la maggior parte delle ricette.

Increible!

T.L. · June 20, 2017

Es magnifico este libro! Tiene una gran variedad de panes, pero con recetas sencillas y ingredientes que se puede conseguir facilmente.

Covers Everything Bread

G. · August 21, 2015

An awesome book on the art of bread making. There are excellent sections on how to do it, trouble shooting and equipment. There is a huge selection of recipes from around the world; each recipe is comprehensively laid out with instructions for making by hand, mixer and food processor. Well worth the money if you enjoy bread making, passionately written by an author who loved his bread.

Excellent Purchase

P. · April 7, 2017

Excellent book so far ... everything has turned out beautifully ... have made 5 different breads so far and they are perfect. I will not be buying store-bought again.

Arrived on time in excellent condition.

R.P. · November 18, 2019

Excellent condition.

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Description:

Bernard Clayton, Jr.'s, The Complete Book of Breads was published in 1973 and immediately became a modern American classic. With it, Clayton established himself as an expert and has maintained his position as an authority whom other food professionals turn to. Under his guidance, a generation of home bakers produced their first loaves and have since gone back time and again to old favorites. For fourteen years The Complete Book of Breads has stayed in print. During that time, Clayton discovered that France alone offered a book's worth of material and so produced The Breads of France. With The Complete Book of Pastry, he again offered the reader definitive instruction along with splendid recipes.

In the years since the publication of The Complete Book of Breads new equipment and products have revolutionized the American kitchen. With a heavy-duty mixer equipped with a dough hook, or even a food processor, a home-baked loaf can be produced in a fraction of the time previously required, and with little effort as well. The availability of fast-acting yeasts, bread flour, and other specialty products once found only in health and gourmet food stores has also broadened the possibilities. These changes were part of the inspiration for the much needed New Complete Book of Breads: 200 of the recipes from the original book appear here, all revised with the modern cook, modern equipment, and marvelous products in mind. For each recipe, Clayton gives instructions for using either the mixer or the food processor and also takes into account the shorter time needed for fast-acting yeasts.

Beyond the updated recipes, he also includes 100 new recipes, which are the result of ongoing research, further travels, and the generosity of fans and friends. In the author's own words: "All of the recipes reflect what has happened in the kitchen in the past two decades. New flours, equipment, yeasts, and techniques have been introduced to make home bread-making easier and faster -- with no loss of quality."

The New Complete Book of Breads offers an incredible range of variety, nearly enough to supply a different kind Of bread for a year of baking days. Here are wheat breads -- Honey-Lemon, Walnut, Buttermilk; a variety of sourdough breads; all manner of corn breads; breads flavored with herbs and spices or enriched with cheeses, and all the favorite "little breads" -- Kaiser Rolls, Mother's Biscuits, English Muffins, and Popovers. For the baker who observes the seasons and the holidays with a fresh loaf, there are Challah, Barm Brack, and Panettone; there are also delectable breads rich with nuts and fruits, such as Cherry-Pecan, Italian Olive, and Honey-Pineapple.

For fourteen years the original Complete Book of Breads has been thought of as the comprehensive and definitive work by readers and food writers alike; for professional bakers, it has been an important reference. But for its author, it may have been just the beginning of something else, for the New Complete Book of Breads has truly been in progress since then. Bread, the staff of life, is indeed a lively subject, and Bernard Clayton, Jr., has proved to be its most accomplished author.


Editorial Reviews

Review

Marion Cunningham I opened the New Complete Book of Breads for the first time late one night, and what a joy to read and remember old favorites, and be inspired by many new and enticing recipes. If you have an oven you must have this book.There are no excuses for not finding loaves you will love in this definitive bread book. Bernard Clayton is a master baker. -- Review

About the Author

Bernard Clayton began his career as a reporter and foreign correspondent. Baking was his hobby. As a result, he has experimented with various modern techniques, developing his craft. He has been writing cookbooks for nearly fifteen years, beginning with The Complete Book of Breads. When he travels, Mr. Clayton investigates historical and regional recipes, conversing with bakers around the world. He lives with his wife in Bloomington, Indiana.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bread, I love to make it & eat it.

m.w. · June 11, 2025

My friend & I share recipes across the Country, we garden, can & make Bread. She recommended this Book and it is a true Treasure. Lots of wonderful recipes to try & learn from. You well really enjoy this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Complete Bread Book

L. · February 28, 2012

I used to bake breads back in highschool (over 20 something years ago) and the book I had back then was a basic baking cookbook with lots of pictures. Sadly I don't have that book anymore and never wrote down my favorite bread recipes. I tried some recipes from Foodnetwork.com and allrecipes but those sites don't really give good step-by-step instructions especially with regards to kneading. I would always get a tough and heavy dough and I always thought that I was over-kneading it. When I first skimmed through Bernard Clayton's book, I realized that I've been under-kneading the dough the entire time. The first recipe I made from this book was the Buttermilk white loaf and it turned out great! I added 1/4 cups more sugar because I prefer sweet breads. My husband loved it too! Contrary to what one reviewer said, I don't think there's anything wrong with the layout of the book. They're easy to read and follow. Of course, I understand that it would be a lot easier for readers if there are separate instructions for doing by hand, mixer and machine/food processor, but that would double the size of the book. I for one don't want a cookbook that's as big and heavy as the Jerusalem Bible. I always read the entire recipe first before starting in the kitchen so I'll know what to look for later on. I especially love that I could make bread using my stand mixer. Makes life so much easier. The book has no pictures but everyone knows how a bread should look like, right? I just google the ones I'm not familiar with, like challah. This book is indeed complete and you won't need any other book. Well, I did get The Bread Bible: 300 Favorite Recipes but only because it has a few recipes (like cinnamon rolls and foccacia) that aren't in Bernard's book. I think they complement each other. Bread: The Breads of the World and How to Bake Them at Home is also a great reference and has photos of all the exotic breads mentioned in Bernard's book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Bernard Clayton rocks!

N.E.O. · September 25, 2004

I bought a copy of this book used from an Bolo.com Marketplace seller, and I love it. I have been very impressed with the book though I have actually made only two of the recipes so far (and have made them several times). The very best thing about the book is that Clayton is very encouraging as a bread-baking teacher and mentor. He makes bread making seem, perhaps not easy, but accessible and possible. The overall sense here is, "You can do it!" Other reviewers have commented on his "old school" style, and indeed, he has been writing and revising his cookbooks for around 30 years. I have to say, I love this. He does offer instruction for food processor, stand mixer, and hand kneading. He describes each step in such a way that the amateur baker knows what to expect in terms of feel and look of the dough in progress. Encouraged by his instruction, I have been easily able to adapt the recipes, with fabulous result, to my Bosch mixer, freshly milled whole wheat, and instant yeast. The book contains a truly stunning number of types of bread, from sandwich to artisan, and, honestly, I could try a new bread every weekend for years before repeating any. I picture Clayton traveling about, meeting bread bakers around the world with an open curiosity and then passing his newfound knowledge with the rest of us who don't have either time or funds to travel as he does. And I for one am grateful for his enthusiastic search for bread knowledge. Thank you, Bernard Clayton!

5.0 out of 5 stars Overjoyed!

S.G. · May 5, 2025

What a happy mistake I made! To think I almost cancelled the item. I didn’t even know there was a bread and soup book written by Bernard Clayton. I learned to bake using his ‘Complete Book of Breads’ in the 1980’s. Gave my daughter in law my only copy, and was feeling sentimental about it. Anyway, I’m a big soup maker and this is a double blessing!! Fast delivery too.

4.0 out of 5 stars Awesome

N. · April 23, 2010

This is an awesome book and I am glad I made the purchase. The soup choices are so very ecclectic and there are an equal amount of choices when it comes to the breads. Bernared Clayton really did his homework, introducing a fine line of food to serve guests at elegant parties, informal dinners or dinner for yourself and/or a spouse (if you cut the recipes in half - you can always change the seasonings to your liking). I give it a four star because the directions on bread making could have been written in a more coherent fashion, especially for this updated version. I do own books that has several mixing method choices, in which the authors/editors catergorize them very clearly so there is no confusion. Besides this, this is a great book, with great choices for all to experiment with and enjoy. I've tried a few of the breads and dessert breads and they are great, namely the chelsea buns and the Johnnycake, the feather bread, angel biscuits and the shiacchiatta. Really great. And B. Clayton Jr. is very informative when it comes to the history of a particular bread and soup. His directions are superb. I never knew yeast baking could be so fun. Enjoy!

5.0 out of 5 stars the new complete book of breads by bernard clayton

N.T. · January 12, 2012

Hi!I think it's a very good book for beginner who likes to bake breads. For me I am really happy that I bought the right one. Each one of its recipe has a good story of it. It's very easy to follow and you have a lot of choice, what I meant that you have so many different recipes of bread to bake. Mr Bernard Clayton Jr. has a sense of humor. He's funny. I like his book a lot. It's easy to understand. I hope that he'll print a new book that has a lot more recipes about all breads only and more information about Starters, Leaven, Polish, dried sourdough cultures all around the world.Yes, I would recommend for someone who really like baking bread. I am absolutely that this book for you.ThanksNhut Tran

Inesauribile

M.M. · March 12, 2015

Un libro "enorme": ci sono veramente una gran quantita' di ricette, ci vogliono degli anni per poterle provar tutte!Ben scritto e facilmente comprensibile, per quasi tutte le ricette descrive la realizzazione a mano, con l'impastatrice e con il robot da cucina; le ricette che ho provato hanno sempre funzionato alla perfezione, con mia personale soddisfazione.Intendiamoci, non sono un neofita nel far pane, ed ho nella mia colleziona svariati altri libri in lingua inglese sull'argomento, per cui non saprei se consigliarlo o meno a chi e' agli inizi, soprattutto perche' le misure sono tutte in "cups" e "spoons", quindi bisogna sapersi un po' orientare nelle conversioni.Molto interessanti ed utili anche i consigli, inclusi quelli riguardo il "cosa fare se avete sbagliato xxxx", e carini nella loro sintesi i racconti che introducono la maggior parte delle ricette.

Increible!

T.L. · June 20, 2017

Es magnifico este libro! Tiene una gran variedad de panes, pero con recetas sencillas y ingredientes que se puede conseguir facilmente.

Covers Everything Bread

G. · August 21, 2015

An awesome book on the art of bread making. There are excellent sections on how to do it, trouble shooting and equipment. There is a huge selection of recipes from around the world; each recipe is comprehensively laid out with instructions for making by hand, mixer and food processor. Well worth the money if you enjoy bread making, passionately written by an author who loved his bread.

Excellent Purchase

P. · April 7, 2017

Excellent book so far ... everything has turned out beautifully ... have made 5 different breads so far and they are perfect. I will not be buying store-bought again.

Arrived on time in excellent condition.

R.P. · November 18, 2019

Excellent condition.

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