More than two-hundred recipes with clear instructions, some with step-by-step illustrations. Large easy-to-read print with 120 illustrations. Special features include: illustrations of all the important steps in dessert making; valuable tips in each chapter; Q and A chapters on baking, equipment, and ingredients; many new techniques; chapter on decorating and decorations; new chocolate creations; directions on how and what can be prepared ahead; how to simplify techniques.