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Difference between the color of bottom and top of the bread

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andersonorui

Difference between the color of bottom and top of the bread

Hi,

Does anyone know why I got these difference between the color of bottom and top of the bread?

In the bottom, the caramelization seems fine, but in the top it is kind of pale...

Thanks!

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pmccool

- The loaf was covered with oiled plastic wrap during final fermentation

- Traces of flour on the top crust

- The top crust dried somewhat during final fermentation

The darker band around the lower edge of the loaf had no contact with whatever is causing the paleness and hazing of the top crust.  That's how the top crust would look, too, if it hadn't been exposed to [whatever] before baking.

Paul

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andersonorui

Hi Paul!

Thanks for the help!

I removed the excess of flour and brushed some water before put into the oven! And the result was pretty good!

thanks! :D

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pmccool

but I'll take tastes good over looks good any day of the week.  If looks are anything at all, that was probably a very tasty loaf.  Glad to hear that you are enjoying the outcome. 

Paul