This is an awesome alternative to the regular white sandwich loaf. By using a portion of wholemeal rye flour, we add a great deal of flavour. Even more so because the rye flour is pre-fermented. I adapted this recipe from my baking hero Jeffrey Hamelman’s book ‘Bread:...
Belarusian style rye bread is a perfect example of Eastern European rye bread. I grew up in Latvia eating this kind of bread all the time. It is super common. Of course, every town and every baker will have their own little tweaks that distinguish their bread from...
I have said it before, and I will say it again – rye bread is one of the easiest breads to make of all. But just because it is easy does not mean that it is bad. Quite the opposite – this is one of the best breads ever. The rich flavour that it has and all the seeds...
Rye bread may sound like a daunting project. I will show you just how easy it can be. It is truly one of the simplest breads to make of all. The treacle in the dough gives it a dark colour and a deep rich sweetness. Toasted seeds popping between your teeth as you eat...