Follow along as we break down how to proof bread from scratch—along with answering your burning bread proofing questions.

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Continue till the dough feels firm and elastic and no longer sticky. 5. Place dough in a deep vessel, well dusted with flour, and cover vessel with cling film or a thick damp cloth. Keep in a ...

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Scrape the bread dough into the tin, smoothing it very gently out to the edges and on top. Drape a clean tea towel over the tin and leave for 2 hours. It will rise a little, but not much.