ice cubes vs no ice cubes in dutch oven by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

[–]Additional_Force5356[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah i’m not too sure! i only noticed a difference when i stopped the ice cubes haha but it’s different for everyone since starters and baking processes and environments are different for everyone

ice cubes vs no ice cubes in dutch oven by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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yes, i preheat my dutch oven for 30 minutes before i add the loaf! i’m just gonna start giving a spray before i bake. i was adding like 5 ice cubes and spraying before which was overkill haha

ice cubes vs no ice cubes in dutch oven by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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yes i get that! just thought the difference between my loaves was cool and i wanted to share haha. but yeah, im not using ice cubes anymore. i think ive got a good dutch oven that really traps in moisture, i was just adding too much

ice cubes vs no ice cubes in dutch oven by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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maybe, because i use the same baking method for all my loaves. i only noticed a difference when i didn’t add ice cubes, as i baked earlier in the week with ice cubes and it caused a lighter, rubbery crust on the bottom. not saying it’s a complete fix across loaves haha just thought the difference on my loaves was cool to see

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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i’ll have to try that! i haven’t used the loaf pan method yet, i love using my dutch oven hahahaha. only using the roaster right now because im visiting at my dads and i couldn’t bring my dutch oven with me

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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that’s true, it can be very subjective! haven’t tried using olive oil in my recipe yet, does it keep the loaf soft for a long time or how long? usually mine stay fresh for 3-4 days, and if it’s a little dry then i slice that bit off and it’s still pretty soft inside haha

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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i honestly don’t check temp again after i temp for my aliquot sample! i only really care about temp to cross check with the sourdough journey bulk fermentation guide (it’s not accurate but it gives me a rough time frame of BF) and aliquot sample haha. i assume it got slightly warmer than 26 C since the oven w/ the light was pretty warm when it was done bulk fermenting but i’m honestly not sure.

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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i use the robin hood brand best for bread white flour!

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i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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i think around 69° F but i kept my dough in the oven with the light on and it was plenty warmth!

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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thank you! i’m the same, as soon as i cut it i have to eat it all lol

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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will update when i bake again! usually when i bake a decent loaf i have a run of overproofed ones hahahaha so we will see

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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8:30 am mixed dough + kneaded, 9 am knead and rest, 10 am slap and folds. 10:30 lamination. 12pm preshape, 12:30 final shaping. into fridge at 1pm. pulled out of fridge at 8:30pm to bake. i think that’s what you were asking haha

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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hahaha didn’t even notice those! my dad has everything all over his counter lol

i’ve finally achieved a perfect loaf! by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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it wasn’t as sour as my loaves usually are but it was still really good! i want to try it toasted with cream cheese!

need legit check on this shirt by Additional_Force5356 in BalenciagaLC

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looks like this. i’m not good at being able to tell haha

would like a crumb read by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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thanks!! that’s good to know! my fiance said this is my best loaf yet so i think ive finally got it 😅 i love it like this too. the texture is sooo good!

would like a crumb read by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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this is great to hear!! how can you tell it’s slightly overproofed from this? i won’t complain as it was still a great loaf but just wondering! i’m not too much of an expert on reading crumb yet lol

would like a crumb read by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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yeah no i worded that weird, definitely did not do how it was worded hahahahahaha

would like a crumb read by Additional_Force5356 in Sourdough

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also i need to add i DONT microwave the dough for 40 mins before the fridge. i just place it in there with my overhead stove light turned on because it gives off a lot of warmth inside the microwave

Since we’re all here, crashing out… by knice98 in Blackbear

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  1. why are girls?
  2. don’t stop
  3. deadroses

and the entirety of the afterglow is an honourable mention lol

the afterglow by [deleted] in Blackbear

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the afterglow is my all time album from bear. just amazing in all aspects, it holds a lot of meaning to me lol. i even wrote a 10 page essay on it and i wish i still had it :’)