Crumb & Crust

a home baker's notebook

A dark rye that finally worked

October 25, 2026

Rye does not build gluten the way wheat does, so all my kneading was pointless. This time I mixed it like a thick paste, shaped it with wet hands and let it proof overnight in the fridge.

Bake hot for the first fifteen minutes, then lower the heat and be patient. Wait a full day before slicing.