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Also called: Crème de Levain (French)
See Also:Pain au LevainOther entries for: Crème de LevainCrème de Levain Other entries for:StartersBiga, Poolish, Pre-Ferments, Starters (French) Other entries for:LeavenersChemical Leaveners, Hartshorn, Yeast |
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