Hi Lucy! this recipe is on the stiff side, so it doesn't spread very much, but if you're working with a wetter dough you might try allowing your shaped loaf to rise in a floured basket or a bowl lined with a floured cloth. Place the dough in the bowl or basket upside down to rise, and then gently turn it out onto parchment paper before baking. This supported rise will help minimize spreading during baking. Barb

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