Herculaneum Loaf

Herculaneum Loaf

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Herculaneum loaf is inspired by ancient round loaves scored into wedges before baking. Whole wheat, sourdough starter, and a hot baking surface create a dark rustic crust, while the deep scoring makes the finished bread easy to tear and share.

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πŸ”— Recipe adapted from Wikidata (Baked Good)

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πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

Mix flours, starter, water, and salt into a shaggy dough and rest briefly.

Knead or fold until the dough gains strength, then let it ferment slowly.

Shape into a round loaf and dust the top with coarse flour.

Score deep wedge lines across the surface.

Bake on a hot stone or covered pot until the crust is dark and firm.

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