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Re:Pain a l'Ancienne

carolyn taylor <ctaylor@bmi.net>
Sat, 15 Nov 2003 20:58:00 -0800
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Just wanted to say I tried the 80 percent hydration of just the flour 
refrigerated overnight and the yeast and salt added the next AM. Sat for 
about 5 - 6 hours on the counter with a damp bowl inverted over it, stretch 
and fold every half hour or so. Handled with very wet hands. It came out 
great! I baked it as ciabatta shape and it's the first time I've been 
really satisfied with crust, holes, texture, everything. I can't remember 
who suggested this but  I sure am grateful.

Carolyn