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Sifter

Sifter: flour sieve/sifter with flour and retained bran
Flour sieve/sifter with flour and retained bran.

A mesh tool used to aerate flour or remove bran particles from whole grain flour (a process called 'bolting'). This allows bakers to make lighter loaves while still using whole grains.

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The Mill

Match grains, milling choices, and fresh-milled recipes to the flour you are working with.

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  • The Perfect Loaf