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Whole Grain Spelt Pita Bread

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Dave @ HappyAcres

Spelt flour has a sweet, nutty flavor and more protein and fiber than whole wheat. It’s easy to work with, and a natural for pizzas and flatbreads. Baked pitas keep for several days, or you can freeze for longer storage.
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Sourdough Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Dave @ HappyAcres

This coffee cake is my new favorite thing to do with sourdough. And it’s a great way to use apples when they are in season and tasty. The diced apples help keep this coffee cake moist, while the sourdough starter … Continue reading →

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Converting a Sourdough Starter

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Dave @ HappyAcres

Last fall I decided to jump into the world of sourdough baking, so I started a whole wheat sourdough culture. This was a pretty simple process, using only whole wheat flour, water and a little unsweetened pineapple juice (a Peter … Continue reading →

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Tools & Tips For Baking Great Bread

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Dave @ HappyAcres

A couple of years ago, my wife and I decided we would start baking all our bread products ourselves. Since January, 2010, we have not bought any bread, buns, rolls, pizza crust or pitas from the grocery or bakery. Homemade … Continue reading →

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Whole Wheat Sourdough Pita Bread

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Dave @ HappyAcres

The recipe that follows is one that I developed specifically for my sourdough starter. It should be adaptable to other starters, but some adjustments to the amount of liquid and flour may be necessary depending on your starter. The recipe … Continue reading →

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