Open Crumb Mastery: For the Intermediate Sourdough Baker, 2nd Edition
Price: $14.99
Type: pdf eBook (not suited for smaller viewing devices such as cell phones)
Length: 384 pages
Description: An in-depth analysis and discussion on a variety of subjects as they relate to achieving an open crumb. This book is intended for serious bread bakers (enthusiast or professional) who are looking to take their crumb to the next level. It exposes the variables involved in creating crumb structure so that — with intelligent application — a variety of crumb structures can be intentionally achieved. Topics covered are fermentation, building dough structure, dough handling, working with wet dough, and the relationship of dough structure to loaf height, shape and volume. Several case studies, and a crumb-style “cheat sheet” are included. NOT for beginners.
Mastering Bulk Fermentation and Dough Structure
Price: $9.99
Type: pdf eBook (not suited for smaller viewing devices such as cell phones)
Length: 139 pages
Description: A companion guide to “Open Crumb Mastery.” This book focuses specifically on bulk fermentation and all the variables that relate to dough structure. It will teach you which variables to adjust in order to achieve whichever qualities you want in your bread. This book further builds upon — and expands — concepts discussed in its predecessor, but you don’t need to read “Open Crumb Mastery” to benefit from this guide — it is a stand-alone product. But each book enhances the other. You will get the most from this guide if you are already familiar with the discussions in “Open Crumb Mastery.”