A guide for producing bread utilizing flour ground shortly before mixing the dough. It details specific ingredients, measurements, and a step-by-step process for baking a loaf. For example, the instructions might specify using freshly ground whole wheat flour, water, salt, and a leavening agent like yeast or sourdough starter, followed by mixing, proofing, shaping, and baking at a particular temperature and duration.
The practice offers improved nutritional value, flavor, and texture compared to using commercially produced flours that may have lost essential nutrients and oils during storage. Historically, milling grains at home or locally was the norm, providing communities with fresher, more nutritious bread. This approach to baking allows for greater control over the ingredients and the final product.