Good Nature Country French 10% Base

  • 50 LB
  • 61006.01

Natural Country French 10% Base is an all-natural bread base designed to simplify and enhance artisan-style breads.

BASIC RECIPE

INGREDIENTS
Name Amount Percentage
Good Nature Country French 10% Base 1 lb. 2.5 oz.
Patent Flour 10 lbs.
Sponge 3 lbs.
Water 65°F (+/-) 7 lbs.
INSTRUCTIONS
Small Batch
  1. Prepare sponge: Mix 10 lbs. bread flour, 7-8 lbs. water, and 1.5 oz. fresh yeast for 5-6 minutes at medium speed. Ferment in a covered bin for at least 10 hours at 78°-80°F.
  2. 4-speed mixer: Mix the final dough for 2 minutes in 2nd speed, then 10-12 minutes in 3rd speed.
  3. Spiral mixer: Alternatively, mix for 4-5 minutes in slow speed, then 8-10 minutes in fast speed.
  4. Dough temperature: 80°-82°F.
  5. First rest: 1 hour.
  6. Scale: Bread: 1 lb. 2 oz.; baguette: 15 oz.
  7. Second rest: 20-30 minutes.
  8. Proof: In a covered rack or cabinet at room temperature for 3-4 hours.
  9. Make-up: Form bread or baguettes long and dust lightly.
  10. After proof: Roll loaves onto cornmeal before placing on boards or a baking screen. Cut as desired.
  11. Bake with steam: Start at 425°F for 10 minutes, then finish at 390°F for 35 minutes, depending on size.