there's a fuss over at Saveur forum

[grasswire]

A recent issue of the magazine featured a chef's recipe for Parker House rolls, and the magazine claimed they were the best hot rolls EVER. The recipe uses a product called "Barley Malt Syrup" --- which I went out of my way to find last week so I could bake these yummy rolls.

So I happened to take a look at the reviews of the recipe online, and apparently there is a problem with it as written. Most of those who tried it had trouble. For one thing, the recipe says to preheat the oven for two hours while the dough is rising. Then apparently either the amount of yeast is wrong or the baking temp is wrong.

The Saveur moderator of the forum came in to say there's no mistake with the recipe.

But apparently there is.

http://www.saveur.com/article/recipes/Colicchio-Sons-Parker-House-Rolls

[Lucinda]

1. hmmmm...they look good

found this modified version
http://theheritagecook.com/?p=5066#more-5066

[hippywife]

2. I don't know about anyone else but

I think a two hour pre-heat is excessive, and living on propane there is no way in the world I would do that. I just don't think it's necessary at all.

Getting ready to enjoy that new oven, I see? I'm very happy for you. :hi:

Edited to add: Since the recipe calls for either the barley syrup or dark corn syrup, and they describe the barley syrup as being a "molasses-thick liquid sweetener", I'm thinking of trying these with molasses. Why not? It's the one thing of the three mentioned I always have on hand.

[GoCubsGo]

3. For those who might be still looking for barley malt syrup....

You can buy it at your local homebrew supplier. There it is called "malt extract syrup". Just be sure not to get it hopped (with hops already added). You can buy it in dry powder form and rehydrate it, which is probably the best way, as usually, you have to buy it in larger quantities. The ddry probably stores easier. Also, be aware that it comes in a range from light to dark, the latter being the most toasted.

Let us know how the rolls turn out, and if they were worth all that effort. They sound yummy!

[grasswire]

4. interesting

Thanks for the input.

I found a jar of it at the local upscale food market. New Seasons.

[NashVegas]

5. This Is What Happens When PR/Marketing Trumps Editorial Oversight

Someone probably wanted a spooge on that restaurant and didn't bother to check the recipe before going to print.

[JimboDem]

6. recipes from The Parker House

for their rolls and Boston cream pie.

http://www.omnihotels.com/Home/FindAHotel/BostonParkerHouse/Dining.aspx