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  • My Baking Journey: Part II

    by Erin V May 12, 2019

    Since my last post, [Read PART I here if you missed it] I’ve baked even more things! As well as baking sourdough bread, I’m now delving into the world of…

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  • My Baking Journey: Part I

    by Erin V March 28, 2019

    Where have I gone? What have I been doing? Why have I not been writing on my blog? This may be a little long… These are all questions I’ve been…

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Hi, I'm Erin.

When I moved into an apartment with a very small kitchen, I wasn't sure how it would work out. My passion for food and cooking just got bigger, and over the years I learned how to use what little space I have to make some tasty treats. Now I'd like to share my recipes —and my journey — with you.

Baking is my jam. I love it with a passion.
I hope you find my recipes and tips helpful, and I'm so happy to be able to share my passion with you!

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Sesame Pullman sourdough loaf. I'm getting my 13" Sesame Pullman sourdough loaf. I'm getting my 13" pullman pan this week and am super excited to be able to make larger sandwich loaves. For this loaf I added toasted sesame seeds to the lamination fold.
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I've been asked how to get seeds and oats, etc, to stick to the outside of the dough? My trick is an egg wash.🥚
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Put seeds in a thin layer on a plate. Whisk a little bit of egg white or a whole egg (i use carton egg whites) with a bit of water. After shaping the loaf, brush the top of the dough with a thin layer of the egg wash. Turn the dough over and put it on top of the seeds and roll back and forth to coat. After coating with seeds, turn the loaf over and put into the loaf pan.
💡 HERE'S THE TRICK: After putting the dough into the loaf pan, very lightly brush more egg wash over the seeds. If brushing picks up too much of the topping, you can tap the brush instead of dragging. This will seal the topping on so it won't fall off. Proof bread and bake.
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I don't need big holes in my bread, but if it happ I don't need big holes in my bread, but if it happens I'm all for it. (That big hole in the top is a shaping bubble, don't mind that 😋)
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This loaf is only 70% hydration, which is my usual. No, you don't need 80%++ hydration and have to try to wrangle a wet floppy dough that just doesn't want to cooperate. (unless that's your jam then by all means...😅) I know. I've been there, and I decided to lower my hydration to a level that I liked.
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How do I still get some good medium-sized holes in my bread? Well all those holes are bubbles. Fermentation bubbles. Your dough needs to ferment, and it needs time.
And with that you need a good, happy starter. Make sure yours at least doubles when you feed it. Starters love rye flour, which is what I give mine. Usually a 50/50 mix of unbleached all purpose and rye and keep it at 100% hydration. Keep an eye on it after you feed it and catch it when it's at its peak or just after it's starting to fall for maximum lift. Bytheway, my starter's name is Brad. He's not quite bread. 
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💡The ingredients for this loaf are in the previous post. It's my go-to sourdough formula, and I think it's workable for anyone from beginner to advanced.
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First sourdough loaf of 2021. Successful loaf = Su First sourdough loaf of 2021.
Successful loaf = Successful year, right? 🎉 😏
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240g King Arthur bread flour
235g all purpose flour
50g starter (100% hydration - rye + bf)
325g water
9g kosher salt
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Who wouldn't want macarons to start the new year o Who wouldn't want macarons to start the new year off right?!
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Something I found in making my peanut butter buttercream: Use peanut butter powder! (I used PB Fit) I've tried to make peanut butter frosting before and was left disappointed. The oils in the peanut butter always messed with my ermine and it wouldn't turn out. So I added peanut butter powder instead and voilà! 🥜
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Merry Christmas everyone! 🎄🎅 . . . . #merryc Merry Christmas everyone! 🎄🎅
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Cinnamon star bread, baked. Such food porns. 🤤 Cinnamon star bread, baked. Such food porns. 🤤

Recipe: King Arthur Baking
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How neat is that! A couple of twists later and it How neat is that! A couple of twists later and it was a cinnamon star bread. The process reminded me of making babaka. The recipe I used is from @kingarthurbaking for their "Cinnamon Star Bread".
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Chocolate peppermint bark macarons. Recipe I used Chocolate peppermint bark macarons. Recipe I used is from @piesandtacos and these came out great! Well, half of them had wrinkly tops but I blame myself, as I tried a speedy process of drying the tops out and I think they started dehydrating a bit. Learned my lesson on that one.
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I used peppermint oil instead of extract and boy is that stuff potent! Wooeey!! Talk about some menthol. 😅  Filled them with dark and white chocolate peppermint ganache. Topped with some crushed candy canes. Perfect holiday treat!🎄
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Keeping things Italian 🇮🇹...sort of. Seven l Keeping things Italian 🇮🇹...sort of. Seven layers of homemade foodie heaven, and I must say I'm very proud of myself on this one! 🤗
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Lasagne is a lot of work if you're making everything from scratch! This was a two-day project. Made homemade lasagne sheets, ground some chuck and brisket for the bolognese (thank you Instant Pot for making sauces easy!). And made a béchamel sauce with a little added ricotta. It doesn't sound like a lot but you try it. 😅 Added some spinach as well. For cheeses I alternated with some Romano, monterey jack, a cheddar/jack blend, and a little goat cheese in the middle layer for some tang. Not traditional but nobody's complaining here. 
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No specific recipe for this one, just a bunch of different ones used. If you're interested in recipes for any of the elements PM me. 
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Ooey gooey cinnamon rolls. These ones are filled w Ooey gooey cinnamon rolls. These ones are filled with buttery raspberry jam. 
Here's a trick to make your rolls extra gooey: Add a bit of heavy cream right before they go into the oven!
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After your rolls have risen, take about ¼ cup of heavy cream (I use this much for a 9x13 pan), warm it in the microwave for a few seconds until it's lukewarm (not hot) and spoon it over each roll, making sure it runs over the roll into the bottom of the pan. Bake as per recipe and enjoy the ooey gooey delicousness.
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Since everyone seemed to like the food porn I post Since everyone seemed to like the food porn I posted on my Stories yesterday, I will grace you with it again, to live on my wall forever. Save the post if you'd like. And make it! It's my most favorite pizza, and it's a pretty easy one! 🍕
This one's got monterey jack cheese, goat cheese, pesto, marinara, leeks, caramelized onions, and homemade beef sausage. 
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✏️ Recipe: "Crispy Cheesy Pan Pizza" by @kingarthurbaking
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What makes a really good apple pie? A few things. What makes a really good apple pie? A few things. But one of the most important in my opinion is having a variety of apples in the filling. 🍎🍏
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I always like to go for at least 3, sometimes even 4 types. Although you  need to remember that there are ones that hold up well to baking and some that don't. Here I have granny smith, jonagold, honeycrisp, mcintosh, and pink lady. It may seem overkill but I think each one brings something to the table. Tart, sweet, soft, firm. It's what makes a pie even more special.
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If you tell me that McIntosh apples are better for applesauce then you're right. They mush right out. But adding only one or two gives the pie a little extra texture...and people really seem to like my pies so I'll keep them in there.
Experiment with different varieties and see what you like, and enjoy!
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