I've been able to bring out the flavor and texture in my Sourdough, but I'm missing the color in the crust. I've tried steam in the oven, steaming the bread for 2 hours prior to baking but none of this has worked. My oven temp is set at 400 degrees. Do I need more heat? Do you have an idea? Any informative information would be appreciated.

-- Anonymous, May 11, 2000

Answers

start off with a hot oven 450-475 degrees, steam and reduce temp to 425.

-- Anonymous, July 23, 2000

Chris,

Try using an egg wash (egg yolk + 1 tsp water) prior to putting it into a 450 F oven for 15 minutes; the reduce to 400 F.

Good luck.

Frank

-- Anonymous, April 19, 2001