03/31/2015
Between Eric's instructions and my reading, I have learned a great deal about baking bread. I had never tried it until I ate some of the artisan bread that Eric made. After that, I went to his house early one morning to watch and see what I could learn. I have learned a lot. In fact, I have learned enough to know that I do not know much. My French bread comes out pretty well. The family and friends love it. I made one good ciabatta, but another came out bad. Yesterday, I made a boule and it was very good. I made a large batch of dough and put it in the refrigerator. I will put some out for my first bread in the brick oven. You know, it is pretty much fun to be trying something like this at my age. I am having a blast. Thanks, Eric and Jake, and Betti Helen for her patience.