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.