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@tomas-okonkwo
Dialed it in!
Success
Second attempt: much shorter bulk, finished in the fridge overnight. Beautiful ear and an open crumb. Thanks Marta and Melissa for the tips!
SourdoughOpen CrumbEar
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@tomas-okonkwo
Trying my first boule: flat
Learning Experience
The shape totally lost it during proof. I think I overshot the bulk fermentation. Crust is delicious though, will keep trying.
SourdoughOverproofed
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@melissa-rellim
No-knead loaf for a friend
Success
Made an extra no-knead loaf to drop off at a neighbor's. The 18-hour rise really does most of the work: this is foolproof.
No-KneadEasy
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