The lower temperatures and dry air of winter can significantly impact bread dough behavior, but one simple tip can turn your dense loaf into airy perfection.

[Chris]’s method of baking better bread with steam is one of those ... PID sensors, and a high-temperature humidity sensor, send it in and we’ll put it up.

I've been making sourdough bread for a year. I don't feed my starter regularly and don't time stretch-and-folds precisely, but my baking method works.

Set the oven temperature to 450℉ and bake the covered bread, checking to see if it’s a dark golden brown after 20 minutes. If not, take the lid off and bake the loaf for 10 more minutes.