Hadn't refreshed my yeast water in months! It was touch and go as the yeasts were a bit tired and more then likely a refreshment was necessary. Had to dump the timings of the recipe completely and watch the dough. Well good things come to those who wait.
A touch of khorasan flour, toasted walnuts and dates (instead of raisins).
terrific stuff. Can't wait to give it a spin.
Lovely loaf, as per…
Enjoy!
You will love this recipe. Yeast water is as fascinating as sourdough.
There's something about the idea of fruit water to make bread that seems so magical. Looking forward to it.
here I am looking at that recipe and thinking.. darn, will have to wait a week while the raisin water ferments ☹️ my plan was to make it this week. I have raspberry yeast water that has been sitting in the fridge a couple of weeks, could I use that instead? it has had some apple and some raisin to help it along about a month ago. what do you think?
your loaf looks great though, and I am itching to try it..
Leslie
something else is in the air, besides yeast! Maybe it's spring…
Keep us posted, would love to see. (Raspberry, wow!)
It's a lovely recipe. I'm sure it'll become a favourite of yours too.
Thank you
Crumb and taste?
Lovely cakey crumb, even distribution of add-ins (always nervous they're going to all clump together) and those dates have turned all gooey and jam like :) This recipe is always a pleasure. Well I've made it twice and it's been a pleasure both times.
Breakfast must've been a treat!
Can't wait to take a swing at it. Thanks for the inspiration.
Have a good day
Thank you Carole.
You too.
First build done. Mid afternoon I took the YW out of the fridge, warmed it up and gave it fresh fruit. it was fizzy and happy so it is underway...
Leslie
Yeast Water performs best in warm temperatures. Needs it more than Sourdough. Watch the dough and not the clock (as you know). I hadn't refreshed my yeast water in months and it was not too warm so my starter build went on for longer and the bulk ferment was doubled. After that the final proof fell back in line with the recommended times.
Best of luck and can't wait to see it.
I did copy down this formula from his book, but still shy about getting around to making YW. One day...Meanwhile I can enjoy your postings of this bread.
alan
Yeast Water is made for the climate of Southern Florida. Just put the raisins in a jar, fill with water and wait a few days. Bob's you uncle!
Well I guess till you manage to make one I'll keep supplying these ;)
Looks amazing! The crumb looks fantastic too!
Nice to have you back. Hope all is ok.
It's good to be back!
Love the date addition. I really enjoy the sweetness dates add.
Nice crumb too!
Regards
Ian
The dates have turned to jam somewhat and are a really nice addition.
Toasts up really well.
been in the fridge. At least a couple of months. I need some rolls and I need to make them out of YW instead of SD to get them both refreshed. This bread looks perfect for those that don't like sour bread and those that do too!
Happy baking
It always surprises me. Something magical happens in the oven. Even when I think during the starter build or bulk ferment things seem "quieter" then it should be when it comes to baking it just works so well. Great for fruit bread.
Thanks Dabrownman.
P.s. can't wait till we arrange a TFL Katz's meet-up.