Why is my bread so pale?

Why is my bread so pale?

You’ve mixed, kneaded and risen your loaf before baking it to the exact instructions in the recipe. So why has your finished loaf come out of the oven pale and without the crisp, glossy crust you were hoping for? This is a common question I get asked,...
How to store bread

How to store bread

If you’re regularly baking great fresh bread, you’ll know it can go stale quickly after bake day. So how to store your bread? Here are three ways you should store bread so it keeps fresher for longer, and one way you definitely shouldn’t. 1. Keep your loaf cut...
What is gluten? Watch this video to find out!

What is gluten? Watch this video to find out!

It’s a hot topic of dietary conversation – you probably know someone who’s avoiding it, and you’ll definitely have seen gluten-free foods in the shops. But I often get quiet stares and a bit of shuffling when I ask ‘what is gluten?’ in my bread making classes!  ...
How to bake real bread!

How to bake real bread!

Real Bread Week celebrates those who bake real bread, that is, bread without any artificial additives and preservatives and made using traditional techniques. The week also encourages more people to get baking their own bread at home. This year, the week runs 9...