We wanted to get as close to the fire of a real pizza oven as possible, until we would have the place, time and money to build one ourselves. Then one evening we zappingly land in the middle of a German cooking “infomercial” about a little pizza oven you can use at home. What intrigued us was that the crust on the pizza looked really good.Long story short: [Read More...]
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Rye sourdough starter in easy steps
A lot has been written about sourdough starters. You can find long and elaborate articles on how to make your own starter while using things like pineapple and grapes. They are almost mystical beings that you should treat with the utmost care and feed every evening at the same time while standing on your head. I have found out the truth is much simpler… [Read More...]
No Knead Soft Sourdough Rolls
No kneading, only a bit of stirring and lots of time, and of course the best ingredients you can find, anyone with a bowl can make these rolls. You end up with heaps of taste and a terrific texture. Soft and very resilient with notes of nutty sweetness and subtle sour. In short, I love everything about these rolls… [Read More...]
Artisan bread baking tips: Consistency in baking
You have baked your most fantastic loaf ever! Everybody loves it. Next week you bake it again. But…this loaf turned out different. It’s not as well risen, it lacks a bit in salt and where are those big holes from last week? If you want your favorite recipes to work every time, there are some simple steps… [Read More...]
The Baguette Boule: Birth of the BB Loaf
The Idea: Making a loaf with baguette dough. The big question: will the baguette dough be strong enough to hold its shape when you release it from the banneton? There was only one way to find out… [Read More...]