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Baguette

Cultural Context

The baguette is a staple of French cuisine, known for its long, thin shape and crispy crust. It is often enjoyed with meals, used for sandwiches, or simply served with butter or cheese. Its origins can be traced back to the 19th century, and it has become an iconic symbol of France, representing the country's rich culinary tradition.

FrenchFRother
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
500 grams bread flour
1 cup water
2 tablespoons warm water
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
50 grams unsalted butter
1 egg

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour offers more nutrients and fiber.

yeast

💰Cheaper: instant yeast

Instant yeast is often more convenient and has a longer shelf life.

1

Activate the active dry yeast in warm water with sugar for 5 minutes.

2

Measure 500 grams of bread flour and 1 teaspoon of salt in a bowl.

3

Mix the activated yeast with the dry ingredients.

4

Add 50 grams of unsalted butter and 1 egg to the mixture.

5

Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it becomes elastic and less sticky.

6

Spray a bowl with oil, place the dough inside, and cover it to rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.

7

Deflate the dough and cut it into 6 pieces.

8

Shape each piece into a triangle and roll it from the small side to the larger side, pinching the ends to seal.

9

Cover the shaped dough and let it rest.

Cooking Techniques

kneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlcutting boardrolling pinbaking tray

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

French BreadPain Baguette
Local Name: Baguette

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