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Brioche Autolyse Levain

Here's a formula from the latest Bread Lines #26. I was not sure it would work but, voila, it did! It's a classic brioche using a sponge fermentation, autolyse, timing that allowed me to leave it unmanaged while working my shift. The formula called for...

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Biscotti Gabriella

When your levain is at its peak, why not make some Castevetrano-inspired biscotti piccanti? Okay, it's a clunky question with no need to answer. But keep reading and I promise you deliciousness, inspired by Gabriela Becchina who's Instagam formula leads...

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Quentin Levain

Originally from France, Quentin Berthonneau now works in South Melbourne, Australia, heading the bakery at Chez Dré. You'll find some of terrific breads he's baking on his Instagram page, along with some of his formulas. Below is a photo of using one of those...

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English Muffins

I've been to England but somehow could never find English muffins. Whatever their genuine derivation, I'm still a fan. Making these breads at home, especially with refreshed sourdough is easy and worth the effort. Whether baked or griddled it's also fun....

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Green Tea (Matcha) Croissants

My initial intention with the croissants below was to use grano arso. But realizing I had misplaced it, instinct led me to try substituting Japanese matcha green tea. Go figure! Well, my instinct worked. While these fully levain croissants led to some worry -...

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