When you use a “lame” or baker blade or even a razor blade, don’t slash vertically down on your final unproofed loaf, slash from the side, as the slash will unfold into a more attractive shape.
Slashing Breads With A Baker’s Blade
When you use a "lame" or baker blade or even a razor blade, don't slash vertically down on your final unproofed loaf, slash from the side, as the slash will unfold into a more...

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