Wednesday 14 October 2015

Binning banned

I'M IMPRESSED with the French government's decision to ban supermarkets from binning food that is fit to eat. There are many that would oppose this "big" government interference in the operation of the free market, and I expect such feelings would prevent the UK government from doing something similar. But this would have a bigger and more beneficial effect than putting a price on plastic bags, something they are prepared to do. And apart from those in the business of disposing of some of this waste, there is no commercial damage and it would be a boon for those charities trying to feed those who can't afford to buy it for themselves or their children. Take a look:

Sunday 11 October 2015

Adapt and adopt


OAT CUISINE: More bite
THE DAILY BREAD is evolving. As well as strong white (250g), wholemeal (150g) and rye (50g), today I included medium oatmeal (50g). It gives the loaf a nuttier flavour and more bite without much affecting the rise, crust or crumb.

But while I stick to the basic recipe -- using a total of 500g of flour -- the experiments continue and so, I hope, will yours. What goes into your favourite bread... spelt, perhaps? Or some seeds?