Revisionist History The Formula
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May 29, 2025 
Rachel Wyman, the talented head baker at Montclair Bread Company and instructor at the Culinary Institute of America, shares her baking prowess and competitive spirit. She dives into the secrets behind Thomas' English muffins, revealing the challenges of recreating their unique texture. Listeners are treated to insights on baking techniques, the art of flavor development, and the intriguing world of culinary competitions, where Rachel's innovative donut creations shine. The episode blends culinary expertise with the thrill of uncovering trade secrets in the baking industry.
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Ben's Muffin Obsession
- Ben Didaf Hafrey became obsessed with reverse engineering Thomas' English muffins recipe.
- His deep dive symbolizes a fight against over-secretive corporate trade secrets.
Rachel Wins Donut Showdown
- Rachel Wyman, a skilled baker, won the Donut Showdown competition.
- She became the key person to help reverse engineer the English muffin recipe with enthusiasm and expertise.
Baking Trials at Culinary Institute
- Rachel ran several experiments to replicate Thomas' English muffins with her students.
- They found that more hydration and controlled fermentation timing were key to creating nooks and crannies.