Sticky Buns – Philadelphia Style
Peter Reinhart, in his Brother Juniper’s Bread Book, claims that these are the kind of sticky buns they make in Philadelphia. I would have no way of knowing. But I can tell you that these are sensational – so much better than the empty, fast-food versions.
Reinhart’s book is much more than just a collection of recipes. It includes essays about baking as a metaphor for many aspects of our lives. In the case of sticky buns, which are loaded – really loaded – with unessential ingredients, the profound satisfaction from eating them converts them to something which is totally essential. I agree!!!!!