Olives, saltiness and bread – what an amazing combination! Just add some butter and it is the perfect accompaniment to just about any dish or soup. Unlike commercially bought olive breads, these are just jam packed with olives and often feel more olive than bread – a great source of […]
Bread
Cholla or Kitka Loaf
This recipe is dedicated to my good friend Peter du Preez. May you have success in your endeavours and although life may send you around the globe, this should always remind you of home. This striking loaf, with its plaited look is a cross between a brioche and a normal […]
Pumpkin, Sunflower and Flax Seed Whole-wheat and Rye Sourdough Bread
The dough is sticky and tacky and will not hold a shape for a long time. The bulk fermentation can go horribly wrong as a result while the proofing will yield an intermediate dough that will eventually hold its shape. This is a recipe for an adventurer who is not […]
Whole Grain Sourdough Bread
HOW TO MAKE SOURDOUGH BREAD When I mix up yeast breads I prefer to use my stand mixer to knead the dough. If you happen to have a bread maker, you could use the dough setting and knead the dough that way. But don’t worry…if you don’t have either of […]
