Toast

The ultimate canvas for culinary creativity, this collection offers 50 seasonal recipes that reimagine the classic "bread and butter" with simple, surprising ingredients. Perfect for any meal—from breakfast to dessert—these recipes showcase the limitless possibilities of topping bread with beautiful seasonal ingredients. Organized by season, the book features a range of savory and sweet dishes that highlight fresh ingredients and straightforward techniques, ensuring impressive results for any occasion. Award-winning food writer Raquel Pelzel presents relatable recipes that transcend generations and cultures, transforming expectations of this humble favorite. Whether broiled, char-grilled, pan-fried, or deep-fried, bread serves as the ideal platform for showcasing culinary skills. Readers will learn to create delightful combinations, such as summer tomato salad, pickled shrimp with avocado, roasted squash with molten cheese, and even s'mores. This collection invites home cooks to experiment alongside renowned chefs, featuring contributions from eight celebrity chefs, including Hugh Acheson and Deb Perelman. With approachable yet sophisticated recipes, this book caters to everyone from novice cooks to seasoned chefs, making it a perfect fit for college students, newlyweds, and empty nesters alike. Artisanal toast has captured media attention, appearing in outlets like Today, GMA, and NPR, as well as in The New Yorker and Bon App