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How to Make a Sourdough Starter from Scratch
Join me as I make a sourdough starter from scratch. This process can take between several days and up to 2 weeks to have a bubbly, active starter, so don't get discouraged if this takes longer than a week. The length of time it takes to create an active sourdough starter depends on several factors, including kitchen temperature, environment, flour, water, and more. Just follow these tips and techniques for the best results.
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How to Make Sourdough Bread with Zoë François
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Let's make sourdough bread! This simple method is a little bit like traditional sourdough and a little bit like the method in my Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day cookbooks. It does take a bit of time and because you can't get away with a super fast method with sourdough, so let's do it together. This video starts at the point where you already have an active sourdough starter that's ready to...
Crusty Bread
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A shatteringly thin crust and a super light and stretchy interior is the bread most beloved by my family. This loaf delivers on all of it. The simple ingredients mixed with a short autolyze (just a fancy word for making a slurry of flour and water, then a quick rest), gives the bread the beautiful interior texture. I bake it in a Dutch Oven and it, which results in a thin, crisp crust. Because ...
Q&A with Zoë François: Episode 2 - Answering Your Substack Questions
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Thank you to everyone who wrote in with questions! If you'd like to get a question answered, see details below. My Substack: substack.com/@zoebakes Where paid subscribers can ask a question: open.substack.com/chat/posts/53077246-63be-4dc9-8f8f-15f8a11a0d21 RESOURCES Question 1: Butter 5 Ways to Soften Butter Quickly: ua-cam.com/video/Ibc7FGn5P5Q/v-deo.html Question 2: Bleached vs. Unbleached Fl...
How to Make the Ultimate Blueberry Muffins with Streusel Topping
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There is nothing more quintessentially breakfast than blueberry muffins. For me a blueberry muffin has to be chock full of contrasts. It should have enough sweetness to feel decadent, but balanced by the tartness of the blueberries and lemon zest. A perfect muffin also has a top that has a thin crust of spiced streusel and under it is the tender muffin, stuffed with fruit. Muffins are super eas...
Types of Flour and Differences in Baking: Tips & Techniques with Zoë François
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Flour is obviously an important ingredient in baking. Flour gives baked goods structure and plays a key role in their texture. Conventional flours are made from wheat. When the proteins in wheat (glutenin and gliadin) are mixed with liquids, they form gluten, which is highly elastic and strong. Gluten development is desirable when you want something more delicate. In this video I explain the di...
Q&A with Zoë François: Episode 1 - Answering Your Substack Questions
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Q&A with Zoë François: Episode 1 - Answering Your Substack Questions
Measuring Cups vs. Kitchen Scale for Baking
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Measuring Cups vs. Kitchen Scale for Baking
How to Crumb Coat a Cake
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How to Crumb Coat a Cake
How to Decorate a Layer Cake
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How to Decorate a Layer Cake
How to Fill a Layer Cake
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How to Fill a Layer Cake
How to Trim and Cut Cake Layers
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How to Trim and Cut Cake Layers
How to Make Créme Fraîche
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How to Make Créme Fraîche
How to use a Kitchen Scale: Tips & Techniques with Zoe Francois
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How to use a Kitchen Scale: Tips & Techniques with Zoe Francois
30-Second Vanilla Hack: Boost the Flavor of Store-Bought Vanilla
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30-Second Vanilla Hack: Boost the Flavor of Store-Bought Vanilla
How to Make Homemade Vanilla Extract & How to Use a Vanilla Bean
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How to Make Homemade Vanilla Extract & How to Use a Vanilla Bean
5 Quick Ways to Soften Butter: Tips & Techniques with Zoe Francois
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5 Quick Ways to Soften Butter: Tips & Techniques with Zoe Francois
How to Make Superfine Sugar: Tips & Techniques with Zoë François
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How to Make Superfine Sugar: Tips & Techniques with Zoë François
How to Make a Chocolate Barbie Cake
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How to Make a Chocolate Barbie Cake
Cruffins Recipe from 100 Morning Treats by Sarah Kieffer
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Cruffins Recipe from 100 Morning Treats by Sarah Kieffer
How to Make Charlotte Royale with Matcha Genoise #shorts
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How to Make Charlotte Royale with Matcha Genoise #shorts
Silos Baking Competition on Magnolia Network
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Brown Butter Genoise Sponge Cake from Zoë Bakes Cakes
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Zoe Bakes from Cookbooks with Sarah Kieffer
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How to Make Buche de Noel - Christmas Yule Log
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How to Make Buche de Noel - Christmas Yule Log
How to Make Caramelized White Chocolate for Peach Scones
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How to Make Caramelized White Chocolate for Peach Scones
Perfect Popovers
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Perfect Popovers
Zoe's BAKING TIP
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Zoe's BAKING TIP
BlueStar Install
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BlueStar Install
How to Pour Chocolate Ganache with Zoë François of ZoëBakes
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How to Pour Chocolate Ganache with Zoë François of ZoëBakes

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  • @MrKissmybrass
    @MrKissmybrass 20 годин тому

    So awesome can hardly wait to order it 😊

  • @MrKissmybrass
    @MrKissmybrass 20 годин тому

    ❤looks so yummy

  • @leemichaeljenkins7060
    @leemichaeljenkins7060 3 дні тому

    A very nice story teller, I will watch more that is for sure !

  • @sunbrownshine
    @sunbrownshine 3 дні тому

    Hi Zoe! Thank you so much for doing this video. I’m an avid cookbook addict but learn so much more when I’m seeing your processes. But could you tell me where did you get your scales from. I love the size and how well you can see the display. Would really appreciate your help 😊

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes День тому

      I'm so glad my videos are helpful! Here is a link to my kitchen scale. It is an affiliate link. Cheers! amzn.to/3VzM0iq

  • @Yonabear
    @Yonabear 3 дні тому

    I have an upcoming birthday in July, and I intend to bake my own cake. However, I lack knowledge regarding suitable flowers for decorative purposes. Could you kindly provide some recommendations?

  • @Yonabear
    @Yonabear 3 дні тому

    Another excellent and insightful video by Zoe.

  • @Yonabear
    @Yonabear 4 дні тому

    I have had a long-standing interest in attempting this endeavor. I am grateful for your insightful video, as it has prepared me to undertake it. I have attentively watched your program on MAX twice, and I find it to be very user-friendly and intuitive.

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes День тому

      I'm glad you enjoy the show!

  • @MaryLynnKnutsen
    @MaryLynnKnutsen 4 дні тому

    Thanks!

  • @neclakonak5384
    @neclakonak5384 4 дні тому

    I like your kitchen I like your clear language and your kitchen tools I like all

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes День тому

      Thank you so much 😊

  • @kafkal2281
    @kafkal2281 5 днів тому

    Zoe, thank you for this video. We all learn something differently, and although I'm an avid reader, when doing so with any on-line instructions it was as if I was reading a foreign language, thus a bit intimidating! This is what I've always loved about your videos - easy to follow with some assurances and humor added into the recipe! Bon Apetite, everyone 🥰

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 5 днів тому

      Hi. I am so glad you found it helpful. I am a visual learner, so the videos always make more sense to me too! Enjoy! Zoë

  • @rosalindaganos2428
    @rosalindaganos2428 5 днів тому

    I would like to try but look to complicate. Zoe your t-shirt with the picture from your book is awesome ❤. Thank you for compartir all your knowledge with us.

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 5 днів тому

      Oh no, I didn't mean to make it seem complicated, I just wanted to show some of the signs people have mentioned when making a starter. At the end of the day you are just adding flour and water to a jar for several days. It's so simple and fun to do. I hope you give it a try just for curiosity if not for the bread! Cheers, Zoë and my husband designed the T-shirt! :)

    • @rosalindaganos2428
      @rosalindaganos2428 5 днів тому

      @@zoebakes thanks for giving me confidence ♥️

  • @rabbit_scribe
    @rabbit_scribe 5 днів тому

    Any plans for another season of Zoe Bakes?

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 5 днів тому

      Hi. I would love to create more! If the network asks, I will do more in an instant. I'll keep you posted! Thanks for asking! Zoë

  • @christinalively1185
    @christinalively1185 7 днів тому

    You look stunning, Zoe!

  • @Knappa22
    @Knappa22 7 днів тому

    There is no confusion. Using weighing scales is demonstrably more accurate than using volume cups. I’ve no idea why Americans still use cups. Fine in colonnial times when it was impractical to haul around heavy weighing scales in a wagon, but times have changed!

  • @mariaysaguirre9299
    @mariaysaguirre9299 8 днів тому

    🎉🎉🎉

  • @lisagreene7186
    @lisagreene7186 9 днів тому

    Absolutely stunning Zoe & congratulations 🎉💜💜

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 8 днів тому

      Thank you so much!

  • @emilyoneal3903
    @emilyoneal3903 9 днів тому

    What a special experience! So happy for you and thank you for sharing ❤

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 8 днів тому

      Thank you so much!!

  • @yvettecole1144
    @yvettecole1144 10 днів тому

    Congratulations 🎉🎉❤

  • @mahindalal219
    @mahindalal219 11 днів тому

    You can also buy our oganik natural vanilla if you wont

  • @dioneanduha3156
    @dioneanduha3156 12 днів тому

    Could you make a creamy type lemon meringue pie? Not the jello type.. please. 😊

  • @changeorderz5067
    @changeorderz5067 14 днів тому

    I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS CHANNEL AND GREAT SUPER INFORMATIVE AND EASY TO FOLLOW VIDEO- SO MANY DIFFERENT PEOPLE HAD DIFFERENT Questions- And I Have Been MAKING/ AND ADDING TO MY OWN HUGE JAR OF HOMEMADE VANILLA EXTRACT FOR MANY MANY YEARS- someone had the question-Will it mess up my homemade extract jars if i open them to check the flavor? My Very Best Advice on this is; YES- you can Open up your JARS- for a Variety of Reasons- to check on the flavor profile and how it's progressing, to Add additional Beans Snipped at the ends AND SLIT DOWN THE MIDDLES- my Best Advice - AS, I have 1 Big Quart Jar that has been passed down Through my Family ( my great Grandmother- to My Grandmother, To Mother who passed in 2017- and Now to Myself - IT is Seriously Like INHERITING " THE FINEST GOLD OR CHINA IN THE ENTIRE FAMILY" TAKE A QUICK LOOK AT INA GARTEN'S Homemade Vanilla Extract- But anyway, Every year - in MAY- I make 24 - 8oz jars - so that these can steep for 6 months- PLENTY OF TIME - WITH THE PROPER STEPS - of keeping in a cool dark place, shaking gently Every couple of weeks- and the snipping ends and splitting down the middle- and bean and Alcohol selection. Just Seal Your LIDS back on -

  • @yurgayfly
    @yurgayfly 14 днів тому

    Beautiful bread Zoe👌 enjoyed the video appreciate your amazing job

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 12 днів тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @janawilliamsharper
    @janawilliamsharper 14 днів тому

    Woohoo! Pre-ordered and cannot wait! It looks wonderful!

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 12 днів тому

      Yay! Thank you!

  • @charlenegates1711
    @charlenegates1711 15 днів тому

    😮

  • @lenagilley9341
    @lenagilley9341 16 днів тому

    So exciting!!! I love how you incorporated your journey in cookie baking. Already preordered Zoe Bakes Cookies. Can't wait to get it!

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 12 днів тому

      Thank you so much! Enjoy all the cookies!

  • @sharonkoenig7062
    @sharonkoenig7062 16 днів тому

    I'm making homemade vanilla extract, and it has been setting for four months now, and without thinking, I opened it up to check on the smell. Did I just mess up my homemade vanilla extract

    • @changeorderz5067
      @changeorderz5067 14 днів тому

      NO- You didn't Mess it up- you can Open up your JARS- ( I am going to make a Full post) for a Variety of Reasons- to check on the flavor profile and how it's progressing, to Add additional Beans Snipped at the ends AND SLIT DOWN THE MIDDLES- my Best Advice - AS, I have 1 Big Quart Jar that has been passed down Through my Family ( my great Grandmother- to My Grandmother, To Mother who passed in 2017- and Now to Myself - IT is Seriously Like INHERITING " THE FINEST GOLD OR CHINA IN THE ENTIRE FAMILY" TAKE A QUICK LOOK AT INA GARTEN'S Homemade Vanilla Extract- But anyway, Every year - in MAY- I make 24 - 8oz jars - so that these can steep for 6 months- PLENTY OF TIME - WITH THE PROPER STEPS - of keeping in a cool dark place, shaking gently Every couple of weeks- and the snipping ends and splitting down the middle- and bean and Alcohol selection. Just Seal Your LIDS back on -

    • @sharonkoenig7062
      @sharonkoenig7062 13 днів тому

      ​@changeorderz5067, thank you so much. That's so awesome about the history of your extra.

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 5 днів тому

      Hi. This is awesome! You didn't do anything wrong, I open mine all the time and sometimes add more vanilla beans to the jar if I've scraped the seeds for a recipe. Enjoy! Zoë

  • @leilaniaki344
    @leilaniaki344 16 днів тому

    Amazing!

  • @jenniferanngoebel875
    @jenniferanngoebel875 16 днів тому

    Yay! Can’t wait to get it 🎉

  • @dioneanduha3156
    @dioneanduha3156 17 днів тому

    Congratulations 🎉

  • @karenmitch9860
    @karenmitch9860 17 днів тому

    Very cool, congrats!!!!!!

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 16 днів тому

      Thank you so much!

  • @carlandkathylittle6156
    @carlandkathylittle6156 17 днів тому

    Mine is pre-ordered!! Can’t wait till it comes!

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 16 днів тому

      Thank you, I can't wait for you to see it!

  • @lizzywillits
    @lizzywillits 17 днів тому

    Already preordered!!! Can’t wait!! 🍪❤

  • @lisagreene7186
    @lisagreene7186 17 днів тому

    So excited for mine!!!💜💜

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 16 днів тому

      Excited for you to see it!

  • @leslieharris7167
    @leslieharris7167 17 днів тому

    Congratulations! Can't wait to get my hands on it!

  • @suzannehatton4096
    @suzannehatton4096 17 днів тому

    Wonderful! ❤

  • @HowdIEvenGetHere
    @HowdIEvenGetHere 17 днів тому

    Congrats! Looks just divine!

  • @JackieWright-ei6et
    @JackieWright-ei6et 17 днів тому

    Eras cookie tour😂😂😂

  • @user-xd3lo6ts4p
    @user-xd3lo6ts4p 17 днів тому

    The excitement of unwrapping a life's work! 🤗 #zoëbakesjoyintoourworld

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 16 днів тому

      Yes! So exciting.

  • @JeanfrancesDean-kw7sb
    @JeanfrancesDean-kw7sb 17 днів тому

    We live in the US Virgin Islands. Our humidity runs very high (averages 80% this time of year. We live with our windows open and no air conditioners so room temperature rounds about 80 F during the day. My question is relative to the wetness I am having in my dough. I have made your recipe two different times and have found the dough remains very sticky anfter the 3 30 minute sessions that are supposed to help form the dough structure. So, when I scoop it out after resting overnight - I end up adding a lot of flour to form a ball. Should I try reducing the amount water I use when mixing the dough? I use King Arthur’s bread flour and Zyphyrhills Spring water at room temperature when creating the shaggy dough. I appreciate your feedback. Also miss watching your show on Magnolia channel.

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 17 днів тому

      Hi. What an incredible place to be baking, I wish I could come show you in person! My recipe is high hydration, so you'll need to decrease that. This will be somewhat of an experiment for you, since the high humidity and temperature will for sure have an impact in your dough and rising times. You will want to decrease the water by about 50g (If not more) and see if that helps the stickiness of the dough. Forming the ball with that much humidity is going to take extra flour on your board and hands. Once you've done the first rise, I wouldn't knead more flour into the dough or you will change the structure and get a denser loaf. Also try decrease the rising times in that room temperature, since your yeast will be active sooner. Let me know how that goes and we can take it from there. Enjoy!

    • @JeanfrancesDean-kw7sb
      @JeanfrancesDean-kw7sb 16 днів тому

      We love it here and baking is one of my favorite hobbies (quilting, painting, stained glass and pottery are the others). I will try less water on the next loaf and let you know how it goes!

    • @JeanfrancesDean-kw7sb
      @JeanfrancesDean-kw7sb 14 днів тому

      I reduced the water by 50 grams as you suggested in your reply and I thought all was more closely aligned to the ones in your video during the process of the three 30 minute resting periods. I definitely thought the dough was much better when I was able to shape the loaf. When I took the loaf out of the refrigerator to prepare for baking, I turned the basket over on the parchment paper and the whole shape collapsed. I think I will reduce the water by about another 20 grams next time.

  • @sarawilson9251
    @sarawilson9251 17 днів тому

    You are such a wonderful teacher!! Thank you for this lesson on crème fraiche which now I will have to make!💗

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 17 днів тому

      You are so welcome!

  • @johnnykamel1821
    @johnnykamel1821 18 днів тому

    what I love about this video is that i finally feel less crazy handling sticky doughs in my kitchen. All other videos out there hide and simplify how sticky those doughs can be. Thank for keeping it real Zoe! This was awesome is every way. I learned how to not be afraid next time I handle a sticky dough and just… use more flour! and be patient with resting🥹

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 17 днів тому

      Yes! No need to stress. So glad it was helpful to you. Cheers!

  • @Darthadios
    @Darthadios 19 днів тому

    You used a cauldron to bake the bread ? =0 I just put it to the baking tray.

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 17 днів тому

      Hi. A baking stone with steam is a great way to bake, I mention that in the written recipe as well. Either way works.

  • @MaryLynnKnutsen
    @MaryLynnKnutsen 19 днів тому

    Could you please tell me how long you let the dough sit when you take it out of the refrigerator?

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 17 днів тому

      Hi. Just long enough to score it and get it into the preheated pot. If your dough had a long enough rise in the refrigerator it doesn't need more time on the counter. If it was a short refrigerator rise (less than 8 hours) then let it sit on the counter while you preheat the oven and vessel.

    • @MaryLynnKnutsen
      @MaryLynnKnutsen 16 днів тому

      @@zoebakes thank you so much. I have and love your cookbooks.

  • @myavaphillips2912
    @myavaphillips2912 20 днів тому

    I’m sorry but there are hundreds of bread videos on you tube that cost nothing. Sorry no offense.❤

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 20 днів тому

      No offense taken. I spend weeks or months developing the recipes, videos, and posts and I think I am offering a lot of value. You by no means have to join the paid newsletter, I have one that is free. If you decide to support my work in that way I am thrilled! Enjoy the bread!

  • @KT-wr3cv
    @KT-wr3cv 21 день тому

    The water is measured in grams not ml?

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 21 день тому

      Hi. I typically bake by weights for everything, it’s a holdover from working in professional kitchens. You can certainly use ml instead. It would be the same. 50g = 50ml of water. ♥️

  • @PapercraftLady
    @PapercraftLady 21 день тому

    You are an incredible teacher, Zoe! I've been making your No-Knead Artisan Bread for several months, and now I cannot wait to try this! I do not have one of those baskets, though. Is that a game changer? Is there something else I could use as a substitute? Thank you!

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 17 днів тому

      Hi. Thank you so much for the kind words. The recipe is quite high in hydration so I find it keeps its shape better with the proofing basket. There are alternatives that include signing a bowl with a well floured kitchen towel. If you try that be sure to rub flour into the towel and give it a good dusting or the dough will stick.

  • @debioetker-kast961
    @debioetker-kast961 21 день тому

    Loved, loved, loved. Thank you! Can’t wait for your starter video. My first time attempting one (15 days in) and I don’t feel thrilled with it. I love the smell but just don’t see the crazy bubble activity like I see in every other video that I have watched . PS…just like everyone else, I really miss your show!

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 17 днів тому

      Hi. Thank you so much. I am hoping to have the starter video up soon. If your starter is bubbling but not wildly, try increasing the feeding to two times a day. If there is any water separating, add a bit more flour. Enjoy!

  • @nelidapadilla3567
    @nelidapadilla3567 21 день тому

    Beautiful! What is the room temperature to leave it on the counter for so long. I’d be afraid to over proof if I did it that way.

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 17 днів тому

      Hi. Thank you for this question, I added that detail to the recipe. I keep my kitchen at 68-75°F depending on the time of year and I do adjust the rise time, but not by much, to match.

  • @beanienva
    @beanienva 21 день тому

    Isn't this very first step (water & flour resting) called a Levan-or am I wrong?

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 21 день тому

      Hi. Because this is just the flour and water mixed together without a long fermentation it is called an autolyse. A levain is a mixture of a sourdough starter, flour and water that is left to sit like this. Thanks, Zoë

    • @beanienva
      @beanienva 21 день тому

      @@zoebakes Thank you for the clarification! Happy baking!

    • @monicamerel6175
      @monicamerel6175 11 днів тому

      Hi Zoé can diferent flavors be added to this bread recipe? thinking like herbs, cranberries or like an olive loaf? love, love your videos!!!

  • @Winnyj73
    @Winnyj73 21 день тому

    Will try to make this one as well as your sourdough since both of them look delicious👍🏼😋

    • @zoebakes
      @zoebakes 21 день тому

      Yay, I can't wait to see what you create!