Birdsong Bread

This book is an opportunity to share my skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm for honest bread. My aim is to lead readers through the process of great bread making at home. This bread is well worth waiting for, and it will take some time. I will do my best to clarify the technical aspects, but above all, enjoy the process. In time, your senses and intuition will guide you to that perfect loaf. For now, tie your apron and flour your hands.

This book is an opportunity to share my skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm for honest bread. My aim is to lead readers through the process of great bread making at home. This bread is well worth waiting for, and it will take some time. I will do my best to clarify the technical aspects, but above all, enjoy the process. In time, your senses and intuition will guide you to that perfect loaf. For now, tie your apron and flour your hands. Chapters include information on making a sourdough starter and sourdough breads, quality breads made with packaged yeast, and seasonal bruschetta.

Luke Och is a West Virginia native. He has been baking bread for the past six years. He lives in Crafton, PA with his wife and dog.