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This was written way before the mix-ins sections, made sense back then
but not so much anymore so moving it out.

formatted text and added centering, labels etc while at it.
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\end{quoting}

\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{pumpkin-sourdough}
\caption[Pumpkin sourdough softbuns]{These soft pull-apart sourdough
buns have been made with the addition of pumpkin purée. The mashed pumpkin
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\section{Categories}

\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{pumpkin-on-flour}
\caption[Pumpkin puré]{A common mix-in technique is to replace some of
the dough's water with another liquid. In this case, puréd pumpkin replaced
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change multiple aspects of the final bread at the same time.

\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{seeded-sourdough}
\caption[Seeded sourdough]{In this case a combination of flax, sunflower and
sesame was added to the dough. The seeds will slightly dehydrate the dough
during fermentation and thus adding a bit more water (\qtyrange{1}{2}{\percent}) is advised.}%
during fermentation and thus adding a bit more water
(\qtyrange{1}{2}{\percent}) is advised.}%
\end{figure}

Mix-ins affect the structure of the dough. One aspect is the impact on
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usually moderately affect the color.

\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{broa}
\caption[Broa de milho]{Broa de milho is a traditional Portuguese bread
made out of half rye and half corn flour.}%
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affecting taste and texture.

\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{beer-bread}
\caption[Stout beer bread]{Dark hearty stouts work excellently as a water replacement
when making sourdough bread. The resulting loaf features a hearty malty taste}%
\caption[Stout beer bread]{Dark hearty stouts work excellently as a water
replacement when making sourdough bread. The resulting loaf features a
hearty malty taste}%
\end{figure}

\begin{itemize}
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dough.

\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{stollen-close-up}
\caption[Stollen closeup]{The Stollen is a traditional German sweet Christmas
bread featuring a variety of mix-ins. The dough typically contains candied lemon,
candied orange, and raisins. The mix-ins are soaked in rum before being added to
the dough. While the stollen matures after baking (up to \num{6} months) the candied ingredients release
their aroma to the baked product.}%
bread featuring a variety of mix-ins. The dough typically contains candied
lemon, candied orange, and raisins. The mix-ins are soaked in rum before
being added to the dough. While the stollen matures after baking (up to
\num{6} months) the candied ingredients release their aroma to the baked
product.}%
\end{figure}

\begin{itemize}
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\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{seeds-bread}
\caption[Whole-rye with rye berries]{A sourdough bread made with half whole-rye flour and half rye berries. The
berries are typically boiled for 10~minutes to allow them to soften a bit. When baking a loaf
it is advised to use a thermometer to measure whether it is done baking. The final bread
features a hearty tangy flavor and has a moist crumb.}%
\caption[Whole-rye with rye berries]{A sourdough bread made with half
whole-rye flour and half rye berries. The berries are typically boiled
for 10~minutes to allow them to soften a bit. When baking a loaf it is
advised to use a thermometer to measure whether it is done baking. The
final bread features a hearty tangy flavor and has a moist crumb.}%
\end{figure}

\subsection{Spices and flavor mix-ins}
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\section{Techniques}

Adding mix-ins to the dough is just the simplest approach. Add the mix-ins
directly when you knead the dough. After the first kneading wait for 30 minutes to see
if the dough has enough or too much water. In the case of whole-soaked berries
(\eg~rye or wheat) chances are that the berries will release some water and make the dough
wetter. In this case, you will want to add a bit more flour to the dough to
compensate for the high hydration.
directly when you knead the dough. After the first kneading wait for 30
minutes to see if the dough has enough or too much water. In the case of
whole-soaked berries (\eg~rye or wheat) chances are that the berries will
release some water and make the dough wetter. In this case, you will want to
add a bit more flour to the dough to compensate for the high hydration.

\subsection[Incorporating seeds into the dough]{What is the best stage to
incorporate inclusions (seeds) into the dough?}%
\label{subec:incorporate-seeds}

You can include seeds directly at the start when mixing the dough. If you use
whole seeds such as wheat or rye kernels, soak them in water overnight and
then rinse them before adding them to the dough. This makes sure that they are
not crunchy and are soft enough when eating the bread. If you forgot to soak
them you can cook the seeds for 10~minutes in hot water. Rinse them with cold
water before adding them to your dough.

If you want to sweeten the dough, your best option is to add sugar during the
shaping stage. Sugar added too early in the process typically gets fermented
until none of it remains. Adjust your shaping technique a little bit and
spread your sugar mixture over a flattened-out dough. You can then roll the
dough together, incorporating layers of sugar.

\subsection{Adding before shaping}

\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{apple-swirl}
\caption[Apple swirl buns]{A great technique is to add some of your mix-ins
directly before shaping. In this case, a mixture of apples, cinnamon and brown
sugar was applied. Proceed and roll the dough together. Afterward cut the roll
into smaller pieces using a sharp knife, dough scraper or dental floss. Place
each piece of dough next to each other in a greased bowl to allow them to be proofed.
Proceed and bake as you would normally do. The benefit of this technique is that
the mix-ins will not be fermented. This is typically required in the case of sugar
since you want the final baked goods to feature sweetness. If included upon
initial mixing most of the sugar would be fermented and the bread would not taste sweet.}%
directly before shaping. In this case, a mixture of apples, cinnamon and
brown sugar was applied. Proceed and roll the dough together. Afterward
cut the roll into smaller pieces using a sharp knife, dough scraper or
dental floss. Place each piece of dough next to each other in a greased
bowl to allow them to be proofed. Proceed and bake as you would
normally do. The benefit of this technique is that the mix-ins will not
be fermented. This is typically required in the case of sugar since you
want the final baked goods to feature sweetness. If included upon
initial mixing most of the sugar would be fermented and the bread would
not taste sweet.}%
\label{fig:apple-swirl}
\end{figure}

Another approach is to lay the dough out flat after the bulk fermentation.
Then using a spatula spread your ingredient over the flat dough. Continue with
your regular shaping and/or roll up the dough. When creating a roll you can
use a sharp knife to cut the dough, dental floss works great too. Afterward,
place the tiny swirls in a container to let them proof and become fluffier. This is an
excellent way to add sweet mixins as the microbes will not ferment them. When
adding sugar to the initial dough it will be fermented and the resulting dough
will not taste sweet (depending on the fermentation duration). This approach
is excellent for garlic/cheese rolls, garlic/herb rolls, and cinnamon rolls
place the tiny swirls in a container to let them proof and become fluffier.
This is an excellent way to add sweet mix-ins as the microbes will not ferment
them. When adding sugar to the initial dough it will be fermented and the
resulting dough will not taste sweet (depending on the fermentation duration).
This approach is excellent for garlic/cheese rolls, garlic/herb rolls, and
cinnamon rolls

\subsection{Covering the surface}

\begin{figure}[htb!]
\centering
\includegraphics[width=\textwidth]{surface-seeds}
\caption[Surface seeds]{These are chop buns which are created by chopping
up a retarded dough into smaller pieces before baking. Then each piece of
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coverings add superb additional flavor and can be adjusted depending on
your preference. I love adding a mixture of sunflower, flax, and
sesame seeds.}%
\label{fig:surface-seeds}
\end{figure}

This works best for either powders or small bits. After shaping wrap your
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Another approach commonly used with buns is to wet the surface or dump the
dough in water. Afterward, dip the wetted piece of dough into your bowl of
mixins. This does not work for all mix-ins, as some can't handle the high temperatures
during baking and char. Most commonly done with seeds (\eg~sesame, oats, flax-seed).
mix-ins. This does not work for all mix-ins, as some can't handle the high
temperatures during baking and char. Most commonly done with seeds
(\eg~sesame, oats, flax-seed).

\subsection{Swirled colors}
Mix-ins that change the color of the dough bring the opportunity for even more
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the top.

\begin{figure}[!htb]
\centering
\centering
\includegraphics[width=0.5\textwidth]{sourdough-starter-hooch}
\caption[Hooch] {Hooch building on top of a sourdough
starter~\cite{liquid+on+starter}.}%
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I~recommend that you add around \qty{5}{\gram} of wheat gluten for every
\qty{100}{\gram} of flour that you are using.

\subsection[Incorporating seeds into the dough]{What's the best stage to
incorporate inclusions (seeds) into the dough?}

You can include seeds directly at the start when mixing the dough. If you use
whole seeds such as wheat or rye kernels, soak them in water overnight and
then rinse them before adding them to the dough. This makes sure that they
are not crunchy and are soft enough when eating the bread. If you forgot to soak
them you can cook the seeds for 10~minutes in hot water. Rinse them with cold
water before adding them to your dough.

If you want to sweeten the dough, your best option is to add sugar during the
shaping stage. Sugar added too early in the process typically gets fermented until none of it
remains. Adjust your shaping technique a little bit and spread your sugar
mixture over a flattened-out dough. You can then roll the dough together,
incorporating layers of sugar.

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