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Jan 2022
27m 4s

Why is Baking so Hard?

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In this episode, Bobby & Sophie break down a question that has always troubled a subset of the cooking world: why is baking so hard? Bobby outlines some pastry techniques that highlight the patience and precision needed to bake well, Sophie asks her dad about his past baking failures, and finally, Bobby teaches a simple and satisfying recipe for a rustic crostata that even frustrated bakers can succeed with. 

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