Pullman/Long Loaf Bread Baker Burgundy (Emile Henry)
If your bread ambitions lean more "long, elegant, artisan loaf" than "round and rustic," this Pullman-style bread baker is about to become your new favorite kitchen instrument. Emile Henry designed this covered pan specifically to achieve that bakery-worthy dream: crisp, golden crust on the outside, chewy, airy, open crumb on the inside. The magic is in the steam. The domed lid and ceramic walls trap moisture while baking, creating exactly the environment artisan bakers chase, and the result is that gorgeous, crackling exterior every single time. The lid handles make it easy to lift off (careful, it's hot, and worth the wait), while the ridged bottom keeps your dough from sticking and gives the crust that beautiful pattern. Bonus points for smart storage: the base fits neatly inside the lid, so it stacks compactly in the cabinet instead of hogging space like some bulky bakers. Just wash with dishwashing liquid, water, and a sponge on any unglazed areas, rinse well, and air dry. Bake beautiful sandwich loaves, batards, or whatever long-loaf masterpiece you're craving. Your kitchen is officially an artisan bakery now. Congrats!
Why it belongs in your kitchen
- Steam-trapping domed lid delivers artisan-style crusts with chewy, airy interiors
- Ridged bottom prevents sticking and gives your loaf that classic bakery pattern
- Lid handles make it easy (and safer) to lift off mid-bake
- Smart stacking design with the base nesting inside the lid, great for small cabinets
