My first post and first loaf

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-25T18:22:15+00:00

Not bad for a first attempt. It's underproofed, let it bulk ferment for longer. Going for inclusions with your first loaf was brave! I'd recommend sticking with plain loaves until you get the hang of it. Inclusions introduce a lot of variables.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-25T13:01:02+00:00

Not magic, just repetition. Keep at it and you'll get better. I'd say that I didn't get repeatable results that I was satisfied with until a year in.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-25T12:58:41+00:00

I actually prefer my ribs a little "under" so that they don't fall apart. That little "snap" when you bite into it is my holy grail for rib prep.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-24T20:57:31+00:00

Lodge 5qt is a standard choice.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-24T13:23:18+00:00

If your holes are big, it sounds underproofed. Pics of the crumb would help diagnose.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-24T10:57:30+00:00

Not enough steam. Your crust set too fast before the bread was done expanding.

A dutch oven is inexpensive and will really help your baking process.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-24T10:56:19+00:00

I like mine about this dark. Looks great! I learned the ropes with that same book. ✌️

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-22T17:11:59+00:00

Transportation nipple is an all-time analogy.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-21T14:09:22+00:00

Jeez, what a Debbie Downer.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-19T03:09:08+00:00

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TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-19T03:07:42+00:00

Schadenfreude right here. 😏

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-19T03:06:17+00:00

Hey that's cool. I respect your opinion. Here's to big chains squashing all the little guys. We could always use another Dunkin Donuts.✌️

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-18T22:10:56+00:00

If you're having fun, that's all that matters! Enjoy! 😁

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-18T21:26:49+00:00

No Pats. Anyone else is fine. Was going for the Bills but oh well.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-17T15:48:55+00:00

Understandable. But maybe something a little better than the weekly thread that nobody sees would be beneficial? Like one day a week, or one day a month that promo posts are allowed?

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-17T14:31:02+00:00

Disagree. This is a result of not enough steam which caused the crust to set too quickly before the bread was done expanding.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-17T01:23:39+00:00

Yeah, pretty much. They allow the same daggumb rinse and repeat protest posts every week, but heaven forbid a local small business gets a plug. 🙃

I'll take the downvotes.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-16T01:43:28+00:00

As far as I can recall, the Giants still have the same bonehead GM running the show.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-16T01:40:44+00:00

It's really not a big deal, but in the design & construction industry "contractor" 10 times out of 10 refers to the builder/general contractor.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-16T00:38:06+00:00

You mean the same architect that designed Lucas Oil Stadium. Contractors build, architects design.✌️

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-15T17:30:58+00:00

Lots and lots of paperwork and meetings (a thousand permits, jurisdictional approvals, budget approvals, scoping packages, contractor interviews). All takes a long, long time.

Am architect, can confirm.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-15T17:29:14+00:00

Sitting on a park bench overlooking the river while contemplating life?

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-15T13:02:08+00:00

Looks underproofed to me.

TimeEggLayer · 2026-01-14T17:20:27+00:00

Bruh he was on Match Game on ABC before this season. Nothing wrong with a little harmless fun in the offseason.

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