Sourdough Hot Cross Buns: A Tangzhong-Infused Take on a Classic
As the chill of winter recedes and the scent of spring begins to permeate the air, a…
Whole Wheat Sourdough Pita: A Recipe Inspired by Pacific Northwest Flavors
Last year, a baking class held at the Chimacum Valley Grainery in Washington, co-taught by the author…
The Quest for the Perfect Crumb: Mastering the Art of Open Sourdough Bread
What defines an exceptional loaf of sourdough bread? For many, the journey begins with the senses. Is…
A Good Crust With Sourdough Discard and Cocoa: A Culinary Collaboration Enhances the Art of Galette Making
Rebecca Firkser’s recently published cookbook, Galette!, a comprehensive guide to the rustic, freeform pastry, has been met…
The Essential Baker’s Toolkit: A Curated Selection of Game-Changing Baking Equipment
As the calendar year draws to a close, the annual tradition of reflecting on the year’s baking…
Sourdough Pumpkin Scones Offer a Craggy, Tender Delight with High-Altitude Baking Secrets
The culinary world, much like the changing seasons, is often marked by the return of beloved flavors.…
Cinnamon Toast Cookies: A Versatile Sourdough Discard Delight for the Holiday Season
When it comes to efficiently producing a large quantity of cookies, the slice-and-bake method stands out as…
Mastering Sourdough: A Comprehensive Guide to Controlling Tang and Flavor Intensity
The quest for the perfect sourdough loaf often centers on a single, fundamental question: how does one…
The Inevitable Evolution: Mastering the Rofco Bread Oven for Home Bakers
The desire for a larger oven is a common, almost inevitable, progression for dedicated home bakers. It…
The Nuanced Art of Sourdough Dough Hydration: A Baker’s Comprehensive Guide
Dough hydration, a seemingly simple calculation in sourdough bread baking, unfolds as one of its most intricate…
