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Bench Rest

Bench Rest: pre-shaped dough rounds resting uncovered on a bench
Pre-shaped dough rounds resting uncovered on a bench.

A resting period (usually 15-30 minutes) after pre-shaping. This allows the gluten to relax so the dough can be shaped into its final form without tearing or fighting back.

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Connected terms

Pre-ShapeExtensibility
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Sources

  • The Perfect Loaf
  • Breadtopia