Any Home Bakers Here?

[cavemanrich]

I don’t understand it. This is the third time I’ve tried making this recipe this week, and every time I make it, the bread splits.

Jared,,,, consider making more slits,, (AKA vent openings) on top.
I did these with scissors. It make an interesting look.

Even with those multiple vent openings,, bread slightly cracked on end

This was another bake,, where I didn't make vent slits. Note the cracking on side. But nobody said anything negative about these breads. They just enjoyed the delicious taste.

Jared,, also consider increasing your hydration in your recipe. Different flours will require different amounts of liquid portion.
Experiment,, and don't let anyone's criticism, get you to be SAD.

 

[Noodler]

Hello thread! I love baking and majority do sourdough breads.
Does anyone have any advice for baking in a shared kitchen with someone who's gluten intolerant? My cousin ended up having serious trouble after I made bagels last week. I don't want to hurt her but also really love baking and don't want to just fully give it up.
Anything helps, thank you for reading.

 

[Sally PB]

Hello thread! I love baking and majority do sourdough breads.
Does anyone have any advice for baking in a shared kitchen with someone who's gluten intolerant? My cousin ended up having serious trouble after I made bagels last week. I don't want to hurt her but also really love baking and don't want to just fully give it up.
Anything helps, thank you for reading.

I am GF (gluten free). My husband doesn't do anything special in his baking to keep the kitchen GF. My problem is very mild (compared to some), but VERY annoying, and lasts for weeks.

Your cousin has a much bigger issue than I do, I'd guess. Some people cannot have wheat/rye/barley in their house, they have such a strong allergic reaction. There are posts here on BYC asking about wheat-free chicken feed, because being near the feed is a problem.

My only suggestion is for the two of you to alternate days for baking...? When it's your turn, close off the kitchen, if that's possible. Do your baking, and then clean/wipe down everything.

Can you find some GF recipes that you like? I know GF baking and baked goods will (sadly) never be the same experience in either the baking or the eating.