Baking Real Sourdough Bread
by The Artisan Bakery School /
2014 / English / EPUB
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Wild sourdough magic at your fingertips! No fresh or quick yeast, only natural leaven, flour, water and salt. (Please note that all the measurements are in grams, ounces and cups - Celsius and Fahrenheit) Written by two passionate artisan bakers and teachers, this book dispels the myth that sourdough is difficult and time-consuming to make. It shows how to fit regular baking into even the craziest lifestyle by using an ordinary fridge and the principle of retardation – or ‘slo-mo’ dough. Packed with clear explanations and helpful photographs the book shows: * The Seven Steps to creating truly exceptional artisan loaves * Three detailed schedules to manage your time for effortless baking * How to create, manage and maintain a wild yeast leaven * How to choose and use the best flours * The secrets of long fermentation * Tips on improving the look, taste and texture of your loaves. * Insights on managing the three T’s: Timing, Temperature and Technique * How to bake sourdough that tastes the way you want it to – from milky to truly tart * Includes original recipes from The Artisan Bakery School. A handbook for anyone reaching for a real life-skill.
