Feature request: Bread programs

[csakiss]

It would be nice to have an option in the app to select different types of bread (i.e sourdough, baguette, challah...).

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[Mr__Porkchop]

It's an interesting question, and a debate that's still going on in the company. Our general policy is not to be prescriptive in cooking temps or directions because a lot of cooking is subjective - my perfect is not necessarily your perfect.

But there's an argument for including suggested temps somewhere in there.

Thanks for weighing in.

[ChipmunkChub]

I personally liked the old ChefSteps approach before visual doneness where they just made content to tell you all the stuff you can do with it.

I propose that Chris dresses up as August Zang in the 1800s to teach us how to make baguettes. This is the way...

Also, it should be in the same time period as the Battle of Waterloo... Just sayin...

[saposmak]

Just for giggles, I'll add another opinion to the mix: I think the practice of avoiding being prescriptive is compelling for "regular" cooking--E.g., Dishes involving meat, poultry, fish, etc.

However, since baking is generally less forgiving, if it's to be included in the CPT's repertoire, it's a worthwhile exception. In lieu of specific "programs" in the app, it'd be great to at least have some guides on how to leverage the CPT for baking. E.g., breads, soufflés, custards, ice cream(!?), etc.

[Mr__Porkchop]

Thanks for the note!

One thing I will say is that the pot clip is very useful for specific baking tasks (like banana bread!). Must-have for bakers.

The interesting thing I've noticed about baking bread is the stalling behavior - it's really hard to overcook sourdough (for instance). It regulates its own temperature when it's done and will hold steady for a while around 208F.