Debate: is it better to bake sourdough in a dutch oven or just steam the oven yourself?

Last Tuesday I tried both methods side by side with the same batch of dough and got a crunchy crust from the dutch oven but a more open crumb with the steam pan, so which do you guys prioritize for a standard boule?

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the_eric1mo ago

Man, I used to swear by the dutch oven method for everything. But then I tried the steam pan approach on a whim and it totally changed my mind about what I want from a loaf. Now I lean toward the steam setup because that airy crumb just makes the whole thing feel lighter and more satisfying to eat.

terryk101mo agoMost Upvoted

@the_eric did you notice a big difference in crust texture too?