Sold on the idea of using a damp towel in place of plastic? Remember that material matters. Whatever you do, stay away from fabrics such as terry cloth or waffle-weave towels as they're likely to leave behind a trail of lint particles. They'll also probably cling to the dough. Instead, seek out lint-free tea towels that are finely woven, such as linen. The least susceptible to sticking, linen towels are even more breathable when compared to materials like cotton.
With the right tea towel selected, you can either mist it with warm water, or wet and wring out the tea towel prior to draping it over the dough. (Note that it should be damp, not soaking.) While it's always wise to work with a moistened cloth, this is particularly useful for low-hydration doughs as dry fabric would absorb even more of the dough's scarce moisture. That said, should you notice that the towel is starting to dry, spritz it with some water to ensure the dough isn't compromised.
As for cleaning towels laden with doughy residue post-rise, avoid soaking them in hot water since this will strengthen the gluten, making removal a challenge. Instead, we recommend letting the stuck-on dough dry before crumbling it off and washing the towel in cold water. With towels cleaned and bread baked to perfection, the only thing left to do is enjoy the fruits of your labor.
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