While using the technique known as autolyse isn’t recommended for all types of bread, it is something that can make your bread easier to work with, easier to get into the right shape, and give it better rise, texture, and, of course, flavor. And the process itself is simple. All you have to do is … Read more
The dough can be one of the most difficult things to work on , especially for those who have never used it before. One thing that makes it so difficult to handle is there are so many little mistakes you can make that will destroy all of your hard work. When working with any kind … Read more
If you make bread from scratch or buy it at your local farmers’ market, you already know that a good bread bag is perfect for storing fresh bread. While plastic bags are acceptable for the sandwich bread you buy at the store, homemade breads with crusts will get soggy if you use these types of … Read more
Making homemade bread is a lot of fun, but you have to have the right ingredients for it to come out right. One of the most important bread-making ingredients is the oil, and believe it or not, not just any oil will do most of the time. To determine what the best oil is for … Read more
Most people have heard of artisan bread, but what exactly is this type of bread? And is it truly healthier than a regular loaf of bread? Some of the answers vary depending on who you ask, yet there is still some consensus among some of the answers. Artisan bread is usually defined as bread that … Read more
Making homemade bread is one of life’s simplest and biggest pleasures. If you’ve never made your own bread before, you might be surprised by how easy it is, especially if you use an automatic bread maker, or bread machine. While it’s true that you can make homemade bread on your own without the use of … Read more
When you’re making certain types of bread — for instance, sourdough bread — a proofing basket is a common piece of equipment. A proofing basket, or rising basket, is a basket used for the final proofing or rising phase the bread has to go through before it’s placed in the oven. Proofing baskets are made … Read more
When you’re using the oven a lot of the time, you want to find non-stick products. Whether that’s non-stick pans or using products that are non-stick, having this capability helps ensure that you do not have to scrape crusty bits off of the pan before you’re ready to serve. One of these products that are … Read more
We’re sure if you go into any kitchen and open up one of the drawers, you will find one of those silver rolls of aluminum. It is now a household staple because it is so versatile and cheap. You can do any number of things with it, but can you put aluminum foil in the … Read more