Bagel Monday – September 28th
Bagel Monday is a way to start each week with a fresh start, and start it right. This last Bagel Monday I worked on a batch that had a few issues, but I learned a lot. Aside from the actual bagels, Bagel Monday is a way for me to get into a good mindset for …
Feeding the Starters
Someone recently shipped me a new starter, which got me thinking about my growing collection. I now have 4 different starters, and they vary in feeding schedules and uses. Blarf is my first starter, and a San Francisco native. I am currently keeping him at 125% hydration, using a 4:4:5 feeding once a day. He …
Unloading From Couche
To unload your proofed baguettes from their couches, you will need: a peel cornmeal bowl scraper proofed baguettes in couches (canvas) After your loaves have properly proofed, you will want to move them onto your peel. First, sprinkle cornmeal over the peel to prevent any sticking. Separate the first baguette by stretching the pleat, and …
Sour Flour Training Manual
I sat down today to try to begin work on the Sour Flour Training Manual, and didn’t really know where to start. I created a Word document, wrote “Sour Flour Training Manual” on it, and then stared at it for a while. I ended up deciding that I would be writing an outline of topics, and started a list: History (of Sour Flour), Philosophy (of Sour Flour), Ingredients, Scoring, Steam, Activity of Starter, Loading the Oven…