Nettles contain many different bioactive compounds and have been used for their health benefits since ancient times. It was known to be Hippocrates' most frequently used herb. In the UK the best time to pick nettles is late March and April. Young nettles are best for eating. You are aiming to
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Adding nettles to your flour blends
Our 100% Wholemeal Classic Sourdough Boule – Ambient
Let me start with the first and most relevant point. Every single flour is different, and when you think you have nailed it, then the harvest changes! The most nutritious version of this 100% wholegrain sourdough boule uses our Botanical Blend No. 2, but it it extremely challenging, and so if
Radicchio and Red Onions on White Bean Puree from A Change of Appetite by Diana Henry
Diana Henry is one of the UK's best-loved food writers with book sales of more than 950,000 copies worldwide. She has regular columns in the Sunday Telegraph and Waitrose Weekend, her work has appeared in BBC Good Food, House & Garden, Delicious and beyond, and her broadcast appearances include
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Shaping overview
There are two main differences in shaping between ambient and retarded.
They are TOTALLY DIFFERENT METHODS TO MAKING SOURDOUGH.
You guessed it – there are two different ways to shape. Actually there are many different ways but for today lets look at both the methods. You will learn more about
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Sourdough Hot Cross Buns
Saffron, Cardamon & Vanilla Sourdough Hot Cross Buns My top tips - build your starter well incorporating the sugar and make sure you develop the gluten when you mix. So this is an enriched dough. The gluten really needs to be developed, and you need to manage your starter well.
Sourdough Pasta with Wild Garlic Butter
Sourdough Pasta with Wild Garlic Butter Once you have made the Fresh Sourdough Pasta using our master recipe, you can serve your pasta with garlic butter, or any of your favourite sauces. This is a really simple serving idea that layers in flavour from garlic, pine nuts and cheese. One note: if
