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About Andrew Janjigian

Contributor

Andrew Janjigian recently left a long and fruitful career as a test cook and senior editor at Cook’s Illustrated magazine to launch a bread baking newsletter. The jury is still out as to whether that was a sound move, but he’s having fun in the meantime. You can find him in various places online at @wordloaf.

Posts by Andrew Janjigian

Sliced South Shore Bar Pizza being served

Our new favorite pizza is this hyper-local, super-crispy style from the South Shore

It's got a passionate following, lacy cheese edges, and a very special crust.

May 22, 2023
Matnakash (Armenian Fingerprint Flatbread)

Armenian “fingerprint flatbread” is chewy, crusty, and very fun to make

Golden, puffy matnakash is simple, but takes a few key steps to get right.

Jan 9, 2023
Sliced Walnut and Raisin Porridge Bread

For softer, longer-lasting bread, add leftover oatmeal

Porridge isn't just for breakfast anymore.

Mar 7, 2022
A kouign amann on a plate with a few slices removed

This kouign-amann is faster, messier — and the way it was meant to be

Laminated pastries are notoriously challenging to pull off at home, but not this decadent Breton treat.

Jan 27, 2022
Baked pizza being removed from oven with baking peel

How to turn any home oven into a pizza oven

You’ll never hit 900˚F, but with the right tools (and a few bricks), great pizza is possible.

Oct 4, 2021
Bagels at home

The 5 elements of great bagels

To truly master bagels, first understand their makeup.

Jun 29, 2021
Artisan Pizza

Top tips for artisan pizza

Tools and oven specifics for the home baker

Apr 21, 2021
Artisan Pizza

Exploring artisan pizza

So many styles for home bakers to master

Apr 7, 2021
Baguette Tools

Essential baguette tools and techniques

What you really need for artisan bread

Mar 26, 2021
Night Moves

Baking as art at Night Moves

The story behind one incredible Maine baker's work

Feb 17, 2021
Whole Grain

Exploring the world of whole grain bread

Going with the grain

Feb 3, 2021

Recipes by Andrew Janjigian

A kouign amann on a plate with a few slices removed
Other

Classic Kouign-Amann (Breton Butter Cake)

4.0 out of 5 stars 48 Reviews
Matnakash (Armenian Fingerprint Flatbread)
Flatbread

Matnakash (Armenian Fingerprint Flatbread)

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Reviews
South Shore Bar Pizza
Pizza

South Shore Bar Pizza

4.4 out of 5 stars 26 Reviews
Walnut and Raisin Porridge Bread
Sourdough

Walnut and Raisin Porridge Bread

4.5 out of 5 stars 6 Reviews