What Happens If You Don't Cut the Top of Bread?
                                
                                
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                                Over 30,000 years ago, early bakers used simple fermentation, but modern techniques like scoring have refined the process. But what happens if you don't cut the top of bread? Skipping this step can lead to unpredictable oven spring, uneven tears, and a dense interior crumb.