My Paleo Patisserie: An Artisan Approach to Grain Free Baking

409 Pages·2015·11.8 MB·English

by  Jenni Hulet

First Published in 2015 by Victory Belt Publishing Inc.
Copyright © 2015 Jenni Hulet All rights reserved
No part of this publication may be reproduced or distributed in any form or by
any means, electronic or mechanical, or stored in a database or retrieval system,
without prior written permission from the publisher.
ISBN-13: 978-1-628600-44-5
This book is for entertainment purposes. The publisher and author of this
cookbook are not responsible in any manner whatsoever for any adverse effects
arising directly or indirectly as a result of the information provided in this book.
Cover Design: Robert Milam and Chris Flynn Cover Photography: Ashleigh
Amoroso Interior Design: Yordan Terziev and Boryana Yordanova Interior
Photography: Jenni Hulet Printed in the U.S.A.
RRD 0115
To my parents, whose hope, resolve, humor, and unyielding passion
for life have been my model for living, and without which the events
that led to the creation of this book would never have become
a story of redemption.

Contents
Foreword by Danielle Walker
About Jenni
Why Paleo Patisserie?
Food as a Common Language
Coming Together
The Artisan Approach
Make It Your Own
Getting Started
Helpful Tips
Weight Versus Volume
Ingredients
Eggs
Flours
Sweeteners
Coconut Products
Fats and Oils
Cacao Products
Other Ingredients
Equipment
Bakeware
Small Appliances
Other Tools
How to Use This Book
Chapter 1: Fillings & More
Chapter 2: Frostings & Glazes
Chapter 3: Choux Pastry
Chapter 4: Tarts
Chapter 5: Cakes
Chapter 6: Cookies
Chapter 7: Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts
Chapter 8: Marshmallows
Chapter 9: Savory Pastries
Photo Instructions
Special Thanks
Resources
Recommended Reading
Weights and Measurements Charts
Allergen Index
Recipe Index

Foreword
The first time I met Jenni was sometime in early 2011. The first thing that caught
my eye was her breathtaking food photography. Like Jenni, I had recently started
my blog but had no experience with photography, and was having trouble
getting my creations to look appetizing on the page.
On a whim, I sent her a message asking for advice on how to improve my
photography. In the conversation that followed, Jenni and I were surprised to
find how similar our paths to eating a grain-free diet were with regard to
recovering our health. She suggested a few books and websites that could help,
and we had a lengthy discussion about the pros and cons of several different
cameras. While that conversation did help me with my photography, the real
value that came of it was the seeds of a great friendship.
Over the years there have been countless conversations full of laughter, deep
connection, and encouragement. I think that it’s rare in today’s virtual world to
forge this kind of friendship with someone who lives so far away, but our similar
passions have made our friendship effortless. Although we see each other only a
few times a year, I always value my time with Jenni and look forward to her next
great creation.
Naturally, when Jenni told me that she was finally going to write a book, I was
thrilled! There’s just something about the way she approaches her creativity that
I knew would make a truly amazing book. There’s a lot of similarity in how she
and I approach food. Having both grown up with strong families around us,
cooking and eating together as a family is a theme that’s woven all throughout
both of our bodies of work. We both cherish the nostalgic aspect of food and
strive to preserve that in our grain-free recipe re-creations.
But I think there’s something else at the heart of why this book is so unique.
Jenni is a true artist. She creates more than just great recipes and stunning
photography. She delves deeply into recipe creation and meticulously works and
reworks them until they are just perfect. She has a relationship with her
ingredients. To her, they are like living, breathing entities that she nurtures and
cultivates. They are painstakingly selected and elegantly woven together until
they are not just recipes—they are quite literally works of art.
Jenni approaches food, and all of life, as I’ve discovered, with a bold and
creative reckless abandon. She has a mission to provide people with reliable
recipes that will bring inspiration and art back into their kitchens, and an
unyielding drive to attain it. Even in the face of physical struggles, she delivers.
With this book you are getting a little glimpse into the heart and soul of my
friend Jenni. I think you’ll find that it is as accessible, adventurous, and unique
as she is. I encourage you to embrace the challenges you’ll find in these pages.
Some of these recipes may seem elaborate, but don’t let that stop you. The
rewards of throwing yourself into the pursuit of beauty and creativity are
apparent in the enjoyment of those you are serving them to, restoring community
and joy around the table.
I’m confident that you’re going to love this book as much as I do. I’m proud to
know Jenni and to be a part of such a great piece of work.
—Danielle Walker
New York Times bestselling author of
Against All Grain and Meals Made Simple