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Default resources for beginners and yeast
On 11 Aug 2007, at 20:06, wrote:

> I am wondering what resources-books/websites-you'd recommend for a
> beginner. Something that educates me both about "how" to make
> sourdough, and also "why" I am making it like I am--both chemically,
> and historically.
>
> Also, I am confused about soured dough and yeast. Was soured dough
> originally a replacement for yeast, or were both used? Because in my
> recipe books I am surprised to see that the recipes call for both
> soured dough and yeast. Is this always the case?
>
> Thank you.

Remember this? lol. Things do get off topic don't they?

Jim
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