This book is every dessert-lover's dream. It contains fabulous recipes for every dessert imaginable and can be used on any occasion.

This book is every dessert-lover's dream. It contains fabulous recipes for every dessert imaginable and can be used on any occasion. Luscious, zesty and tempting - every dish will delight and amaze. Try a Chocolate Almond Meringue Pie or Hot Mocha Rum Souffles for total indulgence. For the more health-conscious, there is a large selection of low and nofat delights, including Nectarine and Hazelnut Meringues and even guilt-free Tia Maria Gateau. Quick-and-easy Peach and Ginger Pashka, and Chocolate Fudge Sundaes provide desserts in a flash, while the Sachertorte and Tarte au Citron are fit to grace any dinner-party table. A comprehensive introduction provides essential information about ingredients, equipment and basic techniques. Each recipe is illustrated with clear step-bystep photographs to show the key stages, and there are useful cook's tips to ensure you get great results every time.

• Easy-to-follow chapters feature every variety of dessert: Hot Desserts; Cold Desserts; Cakes & Gateaux; Pastries & Pies; Custards, Souffles & Mousses; Fruit Salads and Ices & Sorbets • Includes a large selection of no-fat and low-fat desserts • Step-by-step pictures ensure that even inexperienced cooks are guaranteed success, with beautiful images of each finished dish • Guidance on ingredients, equipment and techniques, together with useful cook's tips throughout, make this a vital addition to any kitchen library • Every recipe shown step by step in over 1600 stunning colour photographs