So do you do the boiling lye thing?
Haven't done that. I think the first couple I tried called for malt powder. This recipe called for 2 tbs honey in the boiling water. I think whatever is called for in the water is just to promote browning when baked. May be other reasons that I'm not aware of. The honey seemed to do a good job.
Holy cow Free Mr. Tony, you take cooking to a whole new level. Wow!
Thanks. Once winter sets in, I'm always looking for cooking projects. Much more willing to spend all weekend messing around in the kitchen when it's 20 degrees outside.