Re: softer crust? (bread-bakers Digest, Vol 119, Issue 7)
01. How can I get a softer crust? (Jim Neuman)
Jim, Have you tried covering loaves as soon as they come out of the
oven? I place freshly baked loaves on a cooling rack then cover them
with a dry cotton cloth or tea towel.
The steam coming from the cooling bread is partially trapped by the
cloth and softens the crust. I leave the cloth on until the bread has
completely cooled but you can experiment with the duration to get
different crust softness to suit your taste.
Regards,
John