I tried this recipe this weekend-twice:) I did not add the vital wheat gluten the first batch and when I slashed the tops of the loaves, both deflated. Uh oh, so I tried the recipe again with the vital wheat gluten, thinking that may have caused it. I was in a bread coma watching it rise higher then the last try, thinking I was in the clear, then the slashing-they deflated once again. Sad but true! I have the sharpest knives in town and only went in slightly the second time. Please, I need some expert guidance. The deflated loaves are delicious, but wouldn't hold any fillings-I would really appreciate your help. This sounds like the perfect opportunity to problem solve with one of our bakers at our new toll free baker's hotline (855-371-bake (2253). We're here from 8 AM to 9 PM on weekdays and from 9 AM to 5 PM on weekends. Looking forward to your call! Irene @ KAF

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