Homestead Blessings: The Art of Bread Making

Hosted by the four genial “West Ladies” (Vicky, CeCe, Jasmine, and Hannah), this instructional program—part of the Homestead Blessings homemaking craft series—teaches viewers the art of making bread. From tips on kneading (“This dough feels so good!”) to proper techniques to ensure rising (set around 80 degrees, and let the loaf rise twice), the West Ladies take turns walking viewers through the step-by-step processes of making sourdough bread (explaining how to make a “starter” that can be used in place of yeast or leavening), hamburger buns, cinnamon rolls, pizza dough with herbs, a decorative “Meal in a Loaf” with squash and eggs, and cornbread. Both simple and savory, The Art of Bread Making also features PDF-accessible recipes. Also newly available are The Art of Candle Making and The Art of Soap Making. Recommended. Aud: P. (J. Williams-Wood)