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My buttermilk cluster attempts.

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Nomadcruiser53

My buttermilk cluster attempts.

Well, this was my 1st try at the buttermilk cluster. Also my 1st "no bread machine bread". Tasted good, but didn't rise very well so they were a little dense. I used some vital wheat gluten and an old yeast.

My 2nd try came out much better. A new yeast and no additive. I sliced a bun up and toasted it this morning. Now that was good. I started a batch of no-knead bread last night and it should be ready for the oven as I type this. Wish me luck. Dave.

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SylviaH

Dave, Great looking buns and photos!

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Nomadcruiser53

Checking out your blog shows me how much of a newbie I am and how far I have to go. Thanks.

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SylviaH

Thank you that is a very nice compliment!  Do lot's of reading and keep baking and you will be surprised how quick it all comes together.  Use the best and freshest ingredients you can get...  I still keep practicing and reading and learning as much as I have time...it's addicting and like play time for me!

Sylvia

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photojess

nice looking buns there.....

I actually wanted to comment that I like your screen name.  My hubby has a '07 Nomad that he/we love to ride on.  He's put a bunch of miles on this yr already.

Keep baking and sharing!

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Nomadcruiser53

Thanks. Mine was a '00. Sold to a friend and bought the VN2000. I just needed all that extra power :)

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photojess

That's really pretty!  It kind of reminds me of the meanstreak, I think?  Good for you.

Bread and bikes....two nice hobbies!