WHOLE-GRAIN ARTISAN FREE-FORM LOAF
Provided by Harold Mcgee
Categories side dish
Time 45m
Yield Four 1-pound loaves
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In bowl of a 14-cup food processor with dough attachment, or heavy-duty stand mixer with paddle, combine whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, yeast, salt and wheat gluten. Add 4 cups lukewarm (100 degrees) water and mix just until well blended, about 2 minutes; dough will be very wet and loose.
- Transfer dough to a container with a slightly vented lid, or a bowl covered loosely with plastic wrap. Allow dough to rise at room temperature until it begins to collapse, about 2 hours; longer rising times (even overnight) will not harm dough. After rising, cover securely and refrigerate, and use dough over the next 14 days. Do not punch down or knead dough at any time.
- To bake: Prepare a baking peel by sprinkling liberally with cornmeal, or line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Tear off a 1-pound (grapefruit-size) mass of dough, and dust very lightly with flour. Quickly shape into a ball, stretching surface so that it is smooth. Stretch ball gently to elongate it, and place on baking peel. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and set aside to rest for 90 minutes for refrigerated dough, or 40 minutes for fresh unrefrigerated dough.
- Thirty minutes before baking, heat oven to 450 degrees with a baking stone placed on middle rack, and an empty broiler tray on a lower rack or bottom of oven. Just before baking, use a pastry brush to paint top of loaf with water. Sprinkle with seeds if desired. Slide loaf onto pizza peel or place on baking pan and put in oven. Quickly pour 1 cup hot water into broiler tray in oven, and close door. Bake until richly browned and firm to touch, about 30 minutes; adjust baking times as needed for larger or smaller loaves. For best texture, allow bread to cool before serving.
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Martinah Simpleritius
[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe for whole grain artisan bread. It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy.
Moise Fortin
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my bread didn't turn out as well as I hoped. It was a bit dry and crumbly.
Jose velasquez
[email protected]This bread is a great way to use up leftover buttermilk. I always have some on hand, so it's a convenient recipe to make.
Ikyernum Simon
[email protected]I like to add a variety of seeds to this bread, such as sunflower seeds, flax seeds, and chia seeds. It gives it a nice crunch and extra flavor.
ahtisham Raja
[email protected]This bread is perfect for toast. It's crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Hunter Craft
[email protected]I love the smell of this bread baking in the oven. It fills the whole house with a warm and inviting aroma.
uros novakovic
[email protected]This bread is a great source of fiber and nutrients. It's a healthy and delicious addition to any meal.
Sabibur Rahaman
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow. I was really happy with the results.
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[email protected]This bread is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious and satisfying.
Janxiel Vega
[email protected]I love the rustic look of this bread. It's perfect for serving at a party or a special occasion.
Boccarro Zimbiri
[email protected]I've made this bread several times now and it's always a success. It's a great way to use up leftover whole grains.
Reis Hasen
[email protected]This bread is perfect for sandwiches. It's sturdy enough to hold up to all the fillings, but it's also soft and fluffy.
Xasan Abdala
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of whole grain bread, but this one is actually really good. It's not too heavy and it has a nice flavor.
Md tazim Taj
[email protected]I made this bread for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.
Shahbaz Jani
[email protected]This bread is a bit more dense than I expected, but it's still delicious. I love the hearty flavor and the fact that it's packed with nutrients.
Marlette Garcia
[email protected]I've been looking for a good whole grain bread recipe and this one is perfect! It's easy to make and turns out great every time.
Gnostic Ruhi
[email protected]This bread is amazing! The crust is crispy and the inside is soft and fluffy. I love the nutty flavor of the whole grains.