I have adapted this recipe to TMX, from Kitchn.
The method of proofing in the Microwave fascinates me, as well as the addition of Balsamic Vinegar.
It is very simple and fast.
Ingredients
4 1/2 teaspoons of yeast
1 desert spoon of sugar
390g water
600g bread flour
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon of Balsamic Vinegar
Method
Place Cast iron pot with lid in oven and heat to 220ff.
Add yeast, sugar and water to TMX bowl and mix, speed 2 , 30 seconds
Add remaining ingredients, salt last,
Mix 10 seconds, speed 4
Knead 5 minutes
Form dough into a ball and place in a well oiled bowl that is microwave safe. Make sure that bowl will fit into microwave.
Cover bowl with one very wet tea towel and then a dry tea towel.
Place in microwave and heat on high for 25 seconds.
Leave in microwave to rest for 5 minutes.
Heat again for 25 seconds , on high
Remove bowl from microwave and rest on bench for 15 minutes
Cut 2 pieces of baking paper to form a cross that will fit into cast iron pot. Spray well with water.
After 15 minutes rest, place dough in centre of baking paper, cut cross. Remove very hot pot from oven and place dough into pot. Spray with water.
Place lid on and into hot oven. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove lid and bake for a further 10 minutes. Should be brown on top. See photo.
Cool on wire rack.
Can be cut while still warm.
