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Fougasse

leucadian's picture
leucadian

Fougasse

Fougasse is my favorite easy sourdough: I love the extra crust and the ease of pulling it apart. I made these with my version of Pierre Nury's and Zolablues Light rye: 65% hydration 5% rye, 20% levain (approximate) and 1.8% salt. The levain was kept in the fridge for a couple of days before I made this bread. Overnight retard following minimum stretching/folding. Rolled in poppy seeds and fennel seeds, brushed with olive oil, baked on stone 500/400 degrees F.

 

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wally's picture
wally

Also one of my favorite breads - and a big favorite among friends who really take notice of the unusual shape.  Hats off to Provence for giving us this wonderful snack food!

Larry

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dmsnyder

I love the idea of making fougasse with the Nury Light Rye dough.

David

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weavershouse

I like this better than a pretzel. Nice job. I'll have to try Nury's made into fougasse.

weavershouse

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leucadian

When I'm in  rush or just a little preoccupied as the baking day progresses, I know I can make these fun breads and they'll be a big hit. I love the addition of rye for flavor and color.

I've heard of filled fougasse, but does anyone have experience with them?

Stewart

leucadian's picture
leucadian

When I'm in  rush or just a little preoccupied as the baking day progresses, I know I can make these fun breads and they'll be a big hit. I love the addition of rye for flavor and color.

I've heard of filled fougasse, but does anyone have experience with them?

Stewart