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How to remove stuck bread from a baking vessel and clean it
If you haven’t yet torn apart your loaf of bread by trying to pry it out of your baking vessel, put the cover back on the baker and return it to the oven. If the oven is still very hot, shut it off. If the oven is cold, set it to 350°F. Leave the bread in the hot oven for about 10 minutes to steam up the inside of the baker, then try to get the bread out again using a non-scratching spatula and oven mitts.
If you’ve already got chunks of bread stuck to your clay baker or Dutch oven, lay a wet towel over the bread chunks overnight, and then remove the softened bread the next morning. Make sure to let your clay baker thoroughly dry before using it again.
See this FAQ for how to prevent sticking with your next bake.
How to remove stuck bread from a baking vessel and clean it