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Martha makes everything special, and baking is no exception. Martha’s Baking Favorites features Martha Stewart’s best recipes – from cakes and pies to cookies and so much more. Consumers will learn the best techniques and tips for creating delicious treats.
Aspect Ratio : 1.33:1
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
MPAA rating : NR (Not Rated)
Product Dimensions : 7.5 x 5.5 x 0.53 inches; 2.88 ounces
Media Format : NTSC, Color, DVD, Subtitled, Closed-captioned
Run time : 3 hours and 29 minutes
Actors : Martha Stewart
Subtitles: : English, Spanish, French
Studio : Warner Home Video
ASIN : B000BNTMJQ
Number of discs : 1
Toni –
another DVD for your Martha/baking library
Just to give fair warning, I am a “Martha-head”, but I think I can be pretty objective. So with that in mind, once again, we have been given another treasure of a DVD. It is full of the best of her baking favorites, and per expected Martha-standard, it is perfect.The segments have been taken from her former TV format where you are in her home as she brings you cookies, cakes, pies, and tarts and shows you how you can create any of these delightful treats, with detailed instruction and clarity. The segments are color-perfect, the sound quality on the button, and all the recipes are easy to download on your computer. But if you don’t own a computer, not a problem, because she gives the ingredients and their measure as she goes along.Something that I think people will enjoy is the “Special Features” section at the end of the DVD. You get all sorts of idea’s and tips that range from creating a “Baking Pantry 101” to cake decorating tips to how to make perfect pie crusts, etc.And one of the best additions was the “Blooper” section. Martha has taken quite a beating in regards to her alleged impatience in her pursuit of perfection but this will show you the funny and giggly side of her, with several segments that have gone a bit awry. She has a good sense of humor and she rolls with it.As for the content itself, it goes as such:TECHNIQUES: Baking Pans 101 Basic Pie Crust: Pate Brisee Standard Tart Dough: Pate Sucree Crust Decorating Techniques Freezing Pie Dough Tip Blind Baking Techniques Cake StencilingCAKES: Ultimate Chocolate Layer Cake (this is such a good cake!) Lemon Meringue Cake Coffee Crunch Cake Chocolate Angel Food Cake Red Velvet Cake (what a knockout!) Boston Cream Pie Hummingbird CakePIES, TARTS, and COBBLERS: Blueberry Crumble Pie Black Bottom Pie Peach Cobbler Square Pear Peg Tart Plum Puff Pastry Tart Mini Apple Tarte Tatin Banana Cream PieCOOKIES: Kitchen Sink Cookie Rhubard Shortbread Lime Meltaway Chocolate-filled Lace Cookies Lemon Sandwich Pecan Squares Chocolate Chip MeringuesSPECIAL FEATURES: Classic Pie Gift Bloopers Printable Recipes and Instructions Baking Pantry 101 Pastry Tip Glossary Cake Decorating Tips and Techniques Meringue and Whipped Cream Leftover Dough Treats A Crisper Crust and more……..If you know of someone who really enjoys baking, this would really be a great gift idea. And for yourself, what better way of getting so many ideas and recipes courtesy of someone we enjoy? It has all you need to make the desserts that you know everyone will enjoy. Do I dare say it?………..”its a good thing”.
Nancy C. De Young –
If you want to learn to bake …BUY this!
I have been cooking and baking for over 50 years and Martha can teach! I used to watch her great program during the 90’s with my young granddaughters. Watching various segments you can see how comfortable she is and explains things so well. Her Mom is on here with her and has since passed away. The video covers needed equipment, pie crusts, the Ultimate Chocolate cake (OMG), Lemon 1-2-3-4 cake, I love the tips, comments with Mom, and it is you being right there with her watching how to do it step by step…not jumping over steps. Baking is chemistry and Martha explains it while beating , mixing, icing, stenciling finished cakes. This is like going to baking school but relaxed and fun.The sections of the video are 1 techniques…covers equipment, pie crust, cake stenciing. 2. Cake…Ultimate Chocolate, Lemon Meringue cake,Red Velvet, Boston Cream Pie, Chocolate Angel Food, Hummingbird cake 3 Pies Tarts Cobblers 4 Cookies 5 Special features: bloopers, printable recipes, Baking pantry 101, Cake Decorating, all kinds of tips for wonderful baked treats.I admit I have lots of good memories of cooking for my family…now that all are grown and gone I do feel there has been a Great loss of the charm and fun of cooking and baking due to Moms having to work. Think about buying videos and maybe learning with your kids or grandkids the fun of sharing time in the kitchen making food from scratch. Memories are made from spending time together. I know when my grandaughters see their videos lots of memories will flood back of being little girls watching Martha in her kitchen making their mouths water! I highly recommend all of her videos…she is a great teacher and all about detail and quality. Unreserved 5 STARS!
sophiesmommy –
Martha should be respected!
I am well aware that not many women/men like Martha Stewart. Her voice is imperialistic and condescending at times, but she should be respected for her abilities. She is an excellentbaker and cook. Her step by step instructions areimportant for todays economy. It is good that we try to create baked goods from scratch instead ofbuying over-priced, over-processed baked goods in the supermarkets.
JustSoHappy –
Martha in my kitchen
This was a great find and it was a great purchase. It is so nice to take Martha into my kitchen and have her as my teacher. I love everything Martha and I will cherish this collection. It was delivered promptly and in great condition. I appreciate the seller and would recommend the seller to other buyers.
GEORGE T. –
Great Educational aid for Pro or beginners.
A lot of tips,you still needs many 4or 5 stars review books to learn all the pro secrets,Nick Mageli,Carole Bloom,Sheri Yard ,Great course DVD,Pro Baking ,On Baking.
lucky girl –
Martha’s Baking Favorites Review
This DVD is very helpful. It has delicious looking desserts. Some of them are in Martha’s Dessert book and others are in her new Baking cookbook but it helps to watch her make the recipes rather than just read about them. The information in the DVD is appropriate for beginning bakers. I particularly like the tools and equipment overview given in the beginning. I highly recommend this DVD.
Angela Mcclelland –
Fabulous, love it, great recipies.
Lots of great recipies, and fun to watch. I have watched this several times, and intend to make many things from this DVD.
tom shlala –
technical difficulty
this dvd is poorly made. the picture and sound freeze and images became blury, don’t waste your money. It is to bad that the quality is lacking
Joanne Lopreiato –
The DVD is nonfunctional with any DVD player that I own.