Tassajara Bread, known for its unique sourdough flavor and rustic appearance, has gained popularity among bread enthusiasts and home bakers. Originating from the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center in California, this bread has a fascinating history intertwined with Zen Buddhism and the pursuit of mindful eating. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will lead you through the process of crafting the perfect Tassajara Bread, capturing its essence and bringing a taste of Zen into your home.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
TASSAJARA YEASTED BREAD
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Time 4h15m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in water and stir in the honey and dry milk. Stir in 4 cups of the flour to form a thick batter and beat 100 strokes with a spoon. Let the dough rise for 45 minutes, then add the salt and oil and an additional 3 cups of the flour and knead until the dough comes away from the sides of the bowl.
- Knead on a floured board, using about 1 cup more flour if needed to keep the dough from sticking, for about 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth. Let it rise for 50 to 60 minutes, until it is doubled in size. Punch down and let it rise again for 40 to 50 minutes, until doubled in size.
- Shape into two round loaves and place them on a baking sheet. Let them rise for 20 to 25 minutes. Coat the top of each loaf with egg wash. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 1 hour or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 336, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 321 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
TASSAJARA BREAD
This is a whole wheat bread that my mom has been making weekly for 25 years. This bread makes the most wonderful toast, and is super with a cup of Cocoa.
Provided by Smile1968
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 4h
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Step one:.
- Mix together Water and Yeast, let rest for 5 minutes. Then add Honey,(or Brown sugar or Molasses)Powdered Milk,Whole Wheat Flour and White Flour. Beat all these ingredients together well. This batter will be thick. Once well mixed, let rise 1 hour.
- Step Two:.
- Fold in Salt,Oil and Flour. Use more Flour as needed to Knead bread.
- Let Bread rise for 50 minutes, then punch down. Let rise 40 more minutes then shape into loaves. This makes approximately 5 loaves. Put loaves into greased pans.
- Let loaves rise for 20 minutes.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.
- When you remove the loaves from the oven, take a stick of Butter or Margarine and rub it over the top crust of the bread for a softer crust. Let cool in the pans for 5 minutes and remove to cooling racks.
- Now when my mom makes this Bread, she makes half of the loaves with Cinnamon,Sugar,a little melted Butter and Raisins (my Husbands favorite) Make those loaves just like you would a Cinnamon Roll - flatten the dough out and spread the rest of the ingredients on the dough, then roll back up and put in pans.
- To achieve the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients. This means using fresh, organic produce and high-quality flour, yeast, and salt.
- Follow the recipe carefully. Even small changes to the ingredients or instructions can affect the final outcome of your bread.
- Be patient. Bread-making is a time-consuming process, but it's worth the wait. Allow the dough to rise properly before baking, and don't overwork it.
- Use the right tools. A good bread baking stone or Dutch oven will help you achieve a crispy crust and evenly baked loaf.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. Once you've mastered the basics, you can start experimenting with different flours, add-ins, and baking techniques.
Bread baking is a rewarding and enjoyable process. With a little practice, you'll be able to create delicious, homemade bread that your family and friends will love. Tassajara Zen Mountain Center's recipes are a great place to start your bread-baking journey. So grab your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get baking!
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