Best 6 Tassajara French Bread Recipes

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Are you looking for the ultimate recipe to create the perfect Tassajara French bread? This timeless classic, originating from the Tassajara Zen Mountain Center's kitchen, has captured the hearts of bread enthusiasts worldwide. With its crispy crust, airy crumb, and distinctive flavor, Tassajara French bread promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your bread-making journey, this article will guide you through the essential steps and provide you with the best recipe to create this iconic bread. Discover the secrets of achieving that perfect golden crust, the ideal balance of chewiness and crunch, and the irresistible aroma that will fill your kitchen. Get ready to indulge in the delightful world of Tassajara French bread and impress your friends and family with your baking skills.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TASSAJARA BREAD, BASIC



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This recipe makes 4 loaves, great to help feed a crowd. 607

Categories     Bread     Yeast     Whole Wheat     Yeast bread

Time 4h

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 14

water
yeast, active dry
honey
milk, skim, (non fat) powder
whole-wheat flour
salt
butter
water
yeast, active dry
honey
milk, skim, (non fat) powder
whole-wheat flour
salt
butter

Steps:

  • Combine water, yeast, and sweetening . Add milk powder. Let sponge rise 30 to 40 minutes. Add WW flour (7 - 8 Cups), a cup at a time. Beat 100 times with spoon. Mixes in air and knead dough. Set bowl in warm place 85 to 100 F and let it rise for an hour. This rising lets the yeast get started without the salt. Gluten is formed too. Fold in salt, oil, another 6 to 8 cup flour. Don't stir or cut Knead the dough Let it rise another hour. Punch it down Let it rise 40 to 50 minutes. Shape into loaves Let it rise another 15 to 25 minutes. Slit top and bake 350℉ (180℃) for 50 -70 minutes.

Nutrition Facts :

TASSAJARA YEASTED BREAD



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Time 4h15m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 tablespoons dry yeast (2 packages)
3 cups lukewarm water (85 to 105 degrees)
1/4 cup honey, molasses or brown sugar
1 cup dry milk
7 to 8 cups whole-wheat flour
4 teaspoons salt
1/3 cup oil or butter
1 egg beaten with 2 tablespoons of water, for egg wash

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



Tassajara Bread image

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

6 cups lukewarm water
2 tablespoons yeast (2 pkgs)
1 cup brown sugar or 1 cup molasses
2 cups powdered milk
4 cups whole wheat flour
2 cups white flour
3 tablespoons salt
1 cup oil
6 -8 cups white flour

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.

TASSAJARA FRENCH BREAD



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Categories     Apple     Bread     Side     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups Water
2 tablespoon Yeast
2 tablespoon Sugar or honey
3.5 cup Flour (3.5 to 4.5)
1.25 tablespoon Salt
1/4 cup Oil
3 cups Flour (3 to 4)
1 cup Flour (1 to 1-1/2)

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast in water. Stir in sweetener. Stir in flour until thick batter. Beat well 100 strokes. Let rise 60 minutes.
  • Fold in salt and oil. Fold in additional flour until dough comes away from side of bowl. Knead on floured board 10-15 minutes
  • Let rise 50 minutes. Punch down. Let rise 40 minutes.
  • Shape into loaves. Place on baking sheets sprinkled with corn mean. Let rise 20 minutes. Brush with water. Place pan of water on the bottom of the oven (or spray water in oven). Bake at 425 for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and brush with water. Continue baking at 375 until well-browned, about 40-50 minutes.

TASSAJARA PEACH KUCHEN



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A spectacular dessert adapted from my old Tassajara Cookbook from the 1970s. If you bake in a pie plate, make sure to use a DEEP one. In the summer, I love to take this along when a pie is requested; the custardy top makes it look extra-special and it's delicious, too. Supposedly, you can substitute 2 packages frozen peaches for the fresh peaches, but I've never done this.

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Pie

Time 1h10m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup sour cream
1 cup brown sugar
6 peaches, sliced
2 egg yolks, beaten
1 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Cut the butter into the dry ingredients (flour through salt) with a fork or pastry cutter until it looks like coarse meal.
  • Press firmly into a baking pan (I use a 10-inch deep-dish pie dish).
  • Arrange the peaches on the surface to cover.
  • Sprinkle the fruit with a mixture of the cinnamon and brown sugar.
  • Bake 15 minutes at 400°.
  • Pour the egg yolks beaten with the cream over the top.
  • Lower heat to 375° and bake 40 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.6, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 94.8, Sodium 210.4, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 28.7, Protein 4.2

TASSAJARA'S FLAKY BISCUITS



Tassajara's Flaky Biscuits image

Provided by Ann Hodgman

Categories     project, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 12 to 16 biscuits

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup unbleached white flour
1 cup whole-wheat flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter or margarine
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Combine flours, baking powder and salt. Cut butter or margarine into dry ingredients with a pastry cutter or two knives, or rub gently between hands until pea-size pieces are formed.
  • Make a well in the center and add the eggs and milk. Beat the eggs and milk with a fork until smooth. Continue stirring with the fork, gradually incorporating flour until it is all moistened.
  • On a floured board, knead the dough just enough to bring it together. Roll the dough into a rectangle 1/2-inch thick. Fold in thirds. Turn the dough a quarter-turn and repeat, rolling and folding. Repeat once more. (The rolling and folding make a flakier biscuit.)
  • Roll out the dough again to a 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into rounds with a floured cutter or glass. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 450 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly browned and the tops slightly golden. Do not overbake.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 134, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 96 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the quality of your bread. Use unbleached all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, sea salt, and filtered water.
  • Follow the recipe carefully: Don't skip any steps or ingredients. The recipe is designed to work in a specific way, and if you change something, you may not get the desired results.
  • Be patient: Bread making takes time. Don't rush the process. Let the dough rise until it has doubled in size, and don't over-knead it.
  • Bake the bread at a high temperature: This will help create a crispy crust and a light, airy interior.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing: This will help prevent the bread from becoming gummy.

Conclusion:

Tassajara French bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're serving it as a side dish with soup or stew, or using it to make sandwiches or toast, this bread is sure to please. With its crispy crust, light and airy interior, and slightly tangy flavor, Tassajara French bread is a perfect addition to any meal.

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