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Re: Gluten cloak problems

"Mary Fisher" <mary.fisher@zetnet.co.uk>
Sun, 22 Jul 2007 10:02:52 +0100
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>Hi fellow bread enthusiasts.  Wonder if anyone can help me with a 
>long time problem I've had - the ripping of the gluten cloak, 
>especially on my rye breads.  In spite of trying to be gentle while 
>forming the loaves for proofing, I often see tears emerge as the 
>bread rises or in the last spring while baking.  This has also 
>happened with some of my artisan breads on occasion.  Will 
>appreciate any advice you can give me.  I've been baking well over 
>twenty years and still don't know what I'm doing wrong.
>
>Sue O'Dell


Is it a problem? It just gives more crusty crisp bits :-)

Mary