But there's always more to learn. If you haven't ever tried, now is a wonderful time to begin. People are often intimidated by the thought of making their own bread. In addition to a loaf of wonderful bread, you'll be rewarded with a strong feeling of satisfaction. Here are some guidelines that I hope will encourage you to try baking bread.
Basic recipes call basic ingredients.
But once you start experimenting, you may try some of the supplies and ingredients a specialty store has to offer. Many recipes call for bread flour, which has a higher gluten content, making chewier bread. It is available in most supermarkets and health-food stores. It's a good idea to weigh the flour instead of just scooping it into a measuring cup. Use a kitchen scale to avoid adding too much flour to the dough.