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The Bread Baker’s Apprentice Challenge!

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Bread Baker's Apprentice

Do you want to bake some bread?  How about a lot of bread?  How about every single recipe in Peter Reinhart’s outstanding book, The Bread Baker’s Apprentice? Well, I have challenged myself to do just that, and I’m inviting you to join me!

I’ve gathered together 35 200 home bakers who are willing to take this challenge with me.  We’re scattered around the world, from all across the United States to Europe, India and Australia.  Some of us are novice bakers and some of us have been baking for 30+ years.  We’ve teamed up with one goal in mind: bake our way through The Bread Baker’s Apprentice.

Since we are still organizing the group and some members have yet to purchase the book, the goal to complete the first recipe will be two weeks from now, on May 18th.

If you are interested in what we’re doing, you can follow our progress here every Monday, beginning May 18th.  I will be posting photos and will keep you up to date with which recipe we will be working on for the following week.  I won’t be posting the recipes themselves, so if you want to try baking any of the breads with us, you will need to purchase the book.

Want to Bake Along With Us?

There are several ways for you to join in the fun!  First of all, you need a copy of Peter Reinhart’s The Bread Baker’s Apprentice.  Read the first section of the book carefully, as this will prepare you for the bread recipes in the second section of the book.  Then just jump in and bake some Anadama Bread!  Please visit The BBA Challenge Page for more details on how to participate in the group!

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  1. Gabi says

    Nicole!!! I am in it! Remember, I am already partly through it with the Sourdough Chronicles! Lol... Sign me up, I have the book! Gabi.
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  2. Holly says

    This is so different than anything else I'm doing, so, even though it may kill me, I can't resist going for it. I will be ordering my book asap.
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  3. Allison says

    I am going to give it a try. I've just gotten back into artisan baking and a new friend has asked me to bake a loaf of bread for her every week, and doesn't care what kind I bake. Perfect timing, huh?
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  5. kat says

    I just looked through the pix. I'm thisclose to at least browsing through the book and considering it...although, dough sometiems scares me.
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  6. A&N says

    We have been bitten by this bug so we made full use of the 40% off coupon from Borders to buy this baby. Can't wait to bake Andama!
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  7. A&N says

    We have been bitten by this bug (BBA) so we made full use of the 40% off coupon from Borders to buy this baby. Can’t wait to bake Andama!
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  9. MyKitchenInHalfCups says

    I'm sorry Nicole if I've missed it: is there any guide line about putting up the recipe if we're posting on our blog. I always give credit and write it in my own words with my changes. But I'm wondering since Peter contacted you if there is an understanding about putting up the recipe.
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  13. Elle says

    Would like to join up once I return home...leaving right around post date of first recipe. Can catch up fast once I get home. Will e-mail then. Sounds like a blast! Glad that so many are willing to playl
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  14. Jamie says

    Wow ! I just bought this book but am afraid to make the once-a-week commitment. I do participate in BBD and Yeastspotting and I try to do BBB as well. But this one makes me a bit afraid.... I'll bake along when I can though and compare my results with yours. Have fun!
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  15. Dianne says

    This sounds great! I love the book, and would love to participate. I need a good excuse to bake more than just the light wheat bread from Peter's book. :) Is it too late to be added to the list? Thanks!
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  18. alice says

    Great, I will follow your progress. I have the book so I will let you all test the recipes and let us know which ones we just have to try! Thanks.
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  19. Katie says

    This is so cool! What a great idea! I was just blogging about The Bread Baker's Apprentice this morning. I googled it so that I could include a link in my blog. Luckily, I came across your site at the same time. I would really love to join if it's not too late! Thanks, Katie
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  20. ivyb says

    Okay, so.... I made the Anadama bread last night, but in three smaller loaves. One, a friend hung around till they came out of the oven to take home with him, the other two are in the "breadbox" (also known as a microwave...). I had three slices of toast with butter this morning with my coffee. This, from someone who never eats in the morning! Yes, it was "that good"! Will let all know family's reaction later. (If this is not the space, please forgive and direct me.....)
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