Stretch & fold is to rearrange the gluten network and to redistribute the yeasts and their food. So while you can also just do an autolyse, add the rest and just leave it to ferment, you will yield a much more superior product if you do a couple of S & F during bulk fermentation.
Stretch & fold is to rearrange the gluten network and to redistribute the yeasts and their food. So while you can also just do an autolyse, add the rest and just leave it to ferment, you will yield a much more superior product if you do a couple of S & F during bulk fermentation.