Patty Arango

Recipes from a Teacher's Oven Patty Arango

After baking her son's third birthday cake, friends and family began asking Patty, then an elementary school teacher, to bake for their special occasions. With no formal training, but fueled by passion, her hobby quickly became a full-time business. In 2011, Patty opened her bakery, Not Just Cakes, in Miami, Florida.

In Recipes from a Teacher's Oven, she offers a variety of her best bakery recipes which include cakes, cupcakes, cookies, desserts, dessert shots, and frostings and fillings. There are detailed instructions for preparing everything from red velvet cake, to coconut cake, cheesecake, caramel apples, brownies, scones, flan, and more. Patty also includes a comprehensive guide to preparing your kitchen with the proper supplies and ingredients so you're ready to bake.

With easy-to-follow instructions and delicious results, Recipes from a Teacher's Oven offers a handy guide for any baking adventure.