World Flavors Cookbook

Baguette Tradition

The most iconic bread in the world — a long, slim loaf with a shatteringly crisp golden crust and an open, airy crumb.

Cuisine: France

Ingredients

• 500g French bread flour
• 350ml cool water
• 10g fine sea salt
• 2g instant yeast

Instructions

1. Mix flour, water, and yeast. Rest 30 minutes.
2. Knead gently for 8 minutes. Bulk ferment for 2 hours with folds.
3. Divide, pre-shape, then shape into baguettes. Proof 1 hour.
4. Score and bake at 250°C with steam for 22-25 minutes.