7. King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking

King Arthur Flour Whole Grain Baking: Delicious Recipes Using Nutritious Whole Grains
By King Arthur Flour, Countryman Press, 2006. Hardcover. $35; 612 pages

At Cooking Light, we chant the whole-grain mantra, but no serious baker will sacrifice texture or flavor for whole-grain goodness. No, we want it all.

So do the King Arthur folks, which makes this an essential resource for healthy cooks. With this book, you have over 400 recipes that'll up your whole-grain intake.

Chocolate Croissants made with Yeasted Whole-Grain Puff Pastry, anyone? Or Golden Raisin Hearth Bread, a tasty surprise in every bite.

From quick breads to sourdough made with wild yeast starters, these recipes will increase your whole-grain confidence exponentially.

GIVE THIS BOOK TO: All health-minded bakers who love whole grains. —D.W.