A recently revitalized soft pretzel conversation on the Boston Chowhound board had me adding a pretzel to my order at Clear Flour Bakery, last week. I wish I had added a couple more. This bakery excels in delivering high quality products in the European baking tradition. Their pretzel is no exception.
It has a lovely chew; a rich, brown, caramelized crust; and a lighter, airy center. You get bready bits where the pretzel is thick, and chewy bits where the stretching and knotting have created thinner areas. And, I can't say which I like best.
The flavor was so nice that Ed and I never got to try it with mustard. It was gone before we had that thought. Next time, we'll buy more and report back on our favorite accompaniments.
Here's a Boston Magazine feature about this pretzel from last year with a wonderful photo by David Arky.
If the cooler days bring out the baker in you, check out this soft pretzel recipe from the Boston Globe.
Here are a few more of our favorite items from Clear Flour:
Cherry Tart Season at Clear Flour Bakery: A Best Bite
Clear Flour Pain Meunier or Miller's Bread
Ancienne French Baguette from Clear Flour: A Best Bite
Clear Flour Bread– Clearly Artisan, Clearly Charming…
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Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
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