The water in a recipe can vary quite a bit in different seasons, so it's always a good idea to start with the smaller amount listed in the recipe and add more as the dough requires it to be soft and supple. Use your intuition and if the dough seems dry to you, add more liquid. 'Tis better to err on the side of wetter dough than dough that is too dry. ~ MJ
May 22, 2014 at 11:34am
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