Breadtopia Flax Linen Baker’s Couche - 24” x 36”

A couche is a linen cloth used for proofing dough of various sizes and shapes, especially baguettes.  This 24” x 36” couche is made of professional grade flax linen which is untreated and unbleached.  All four edges have a finished seam to prevent fraying.  Placing your baguettes between couche folds will help to shape the dough and prevent them from proofing into each other.  It also wicks away a little of the dough’s outer moisture to help develop a skin and therefore a crisp crust.  Dust the couche with flour to prevent dough from sticking.  Never wash a baker’s couche, but rather shake or brush off excess flour and air dry.  If any dough sticks, allow it to dry and then scrape off.  Made in France.