
When the Crumb Finally Opens
0.100 USDCA long autolyse, a cold overnight proof, and one crackling loaf that finally opened up like I'd hoped.

A long autolyse, a cold overnight proof, and one crackling loaf that finally opened up like I'd hoped.

Third try, first real success: an open crumb, a shattering crust, and a loaf that finally rose instead of sprawling.
A detailed breakdown of my third sourdough bake: longer cold retard, a screaming-hot Dutch oven, and the scoring technique that finally gave me an open crumb and a blistered crust.
Third time's the charm: autolyse, a longer bulk ferment, and the poke test finally gave me an open, custardy crumb.