August 12, 2022 - 9:52am
#8 Semola Baguettes 40% sweet spot!
Don suggested I try scoring with 3 slashes. Hm… I was in a huge hurry trying to shape preheat oven and get to Yoga then race back home to slash and bake. Not bad but certainly can be better and I have a better idea of how to proceed.
This is the best flavor and crust/crumb so far so I think 40% is the sweet spot. Everything handled the same. I’m going to lower temps to preheat 475 and then 450 after the 13 min covered bake. Otherwise the cold shaping etc and YW levain are great.
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You got nice ears this time from your scores. It takes some practice to land them in the center lane. They say an odd number looks better so I would go for 5 next time. I am glad you found your sweet spot🧘🏼
I just slashed fast since time was very short this day. Gonna give it a break and do some pullmans! See you on the other side of the loaf. c
Another nice set of baguettes Caroline. I agree with Don, for the size of your baguettes 5 scores would have been better and actually easier since each score is shorter and with more scores come more practice! You’ve done well and you’re smart to have done so many set of baguettes bakes in a row, you’ve developed some muscle memory which will be beneficial in the future.
Benny
I am pleased at how they have evolved and hopefully will keep the ability as I do other bakes. I will definitely try 5 strokes next time! c