I came across this recipe while searching for some different kinds of yeast breads to teach at one of my classes. I was looking for something that would have a very distinctive flavor and that would utilize some different techniques. This recipe has both of those and the spices … [Read more...]
Pane Siciliano (Semolina Bread)
I have made Pane Siciliano or Semolina Bread many, many times before, because I love its nutty flavor and beautifully golden interior crumb. A few months ago I was planning for my next session of baking classes and was trying to think of recipes that were not your everyday … [Read more...]
Rustic French Bread made with Levain
This is my mainstay bread. It is always in my freezer ready for an impromptu dinner party or just an accompaniment to Wednesday night's pasta dinner. I just pull it out of the freezer and place it in a 350 degree oven for 10 minutes with the foil on, then remove the foil and … [Read more...]
Deli Rye Bread
This recipe is adapted from Rose Levy Beranbaum's The Bread Bible. This was the first bread baking book that was ever purchased for me, and it was and still is a great go to guide for me. I appreciate her dedication to getting her recipes so exact that they are almost … [Read more...]
Saltless Tuscan Bread
Biga Pre-Ferment Ingredients: ¾ cup (5.8 oz, 165 g) water 1 tsp (.2 oz, 5 g) instant yeast 1 ¾ plus 2 TB (9.7 oz, 275 g) unbleached all-purpose flour Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix until all the water has been absorbed. The dough will be very … [Read more...]
Ciabatta Bread
Ciabatta bread is a very high hydration dough and this makes it particularly hard to work with, especially if you try to make it by hand versus stand mixer. I would recommend using your stand mixer if you own one. If you don't though you can still make this bread you just have … [Read more...]
Ricotta Bread
Ricotta Bread is a soft enriched bread that is baked free-from on a baking stone for the best crust development. The interior crumb is fairly tight and even, which makes it great for sandwiches, french toast and just regular toast. I have to say though, that my favorite part of … [Read more...]
Herb Toasted Pita Chips
Herb toasted pita chips are so easy to make and they are even better when you make your own homemade pita breads. I recommend trying them with a garlic infused oil for an extra depth of flavor. Ingredients: 2 tsp. dried thyme 1 TB finely minced fresh parsley 2 tsp … [Read more...]
Pita Bread Recipe
Store bought pita bread just doesn't compare to a warm out of the oven fresh pita. I love them because they are so versatile. You can fill them just like you would a sandwich or cut them into wedges and place them next to a bowl of hummus. They definitely take a bit of practice … [Read more...]
Focaccia
Focaccia to me is like a cross between a loaf of nice Italian bread and pizza. I like to top it minimally and let the flavor of the dough come through without competing with a multitude of different flavors. Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups (10.6 oz, 300g) water (room … [Read more...]