So you went ahead and purchased yourself a proper proofing basket, also known as a banneton or brotform (FYI these terms will be used interchangeably throughout this article). They’re great right?...
Posts by Amit
We all strive for that perfect-looking loaf of bread - it’s light, it’s fluffy, and it’s golden. A fair amount of love and work goes into a great loaf of bread. So when we get less than optimal...
Did you know that International Pumpkin Day falls on October 26th? That’s not so far away, and what better way to celebrate than to bake yourself some fantastic pumpkin bread. With back to school...
Why Do my Bagels Sink in the Pot and How to Make them Float?
What makes a bagel a bagel? The first, and likely most obvious aspect is its shape - round and with a hole. The next is its texture, glistening tough exterior followed by a chewy interior. Boiling...
Fresh, homemade bagels are a tasty treat, regardless of how they end up looking. If, however, you want a great-tasting bagel and you want it to look legit, then honing your bagel skills and...
We’ve all seen those gorgeous pictures of scored bread art. Whether a single score showcasing the “ear,” or an intricate pattern, scoring takes the beauty of a baked loaf of bread up a whole...