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My Best Sourdough Recipe: The Perfect Loaf

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Perfect Loaf Sourdough Bread Joy To My Heart
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Description

Sourdough bread has been a staple in my kitchen for years, and I've finally perfected my recipe for the perfect loaf. This sourdough recipe produces a crusty and tangy bread with a soft and chewy interior. It's perfect for sandwiches, toast, or just as a side for your favorite soup or stew.

Prep Time

The prep time for this sourdough recipe is about 30 minutes, but the total time including resting and baking is around 12-14 hours.

Cook Time

The cook time for this sourdough recipe is approximately 45-50 minutes, depending on your oven.

Ingredients

  • 500g bread flour
  • 350g water
  • 100g sourdough starter
  • 10g salt

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Dutch oven or baking stone
  • Bread lame or sharp knife

Method

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the bread flour, water, and sourdough starter. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Add the salt and mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let rest for 1 hour.
  4. After the hour has passed, perform a series of stretch and folds on the dough. Do this every 30 minutes for the next 2-3 hours.
  5. After the stretch and folds are complete, let the dough rest for another hour.
  6. Shape the dough into a ball and place it into a proofing basket or a bowl lined with a kitchen towel. Cover and let rest in the refrigerator overnight.
  7. The next day, preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with your Dutch oven or baking stone inside.
  8. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and score the top with a bread lame or sharp knife.
  9. Place the dough into the preheated Dutch oven or onto the preheated baking stone.
  10. Bake for 20 minutes covered, then 25-30 minutes uncovered until the crust is golden brown.
  11. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

It's important to use a kitchen scale to measure out your ingredients for this sourdough recipe. Also, make sure to use bread flour as it has a higher protein content than all-purpose flour which is necessary for a good rise and structure in your bread.

Nutrition Info

This sourdough recipe yields a 1kg loaf of bread. One serving size is approximately 50g, and there are 20 servings per loaf. Each serving contains approximately 120 calories, 0.5g fat, 25g carbohydrates, and 4g protein.

Recipes FAQ

Can I use all-purpose flour instead of bread flour?

You can, but the bread may not have as good of a rise and structure.

What if I don't have a proofing basket?

You can use a bowl lined with a kitchen towel instead.

Can I add other ingredients like nuts or dried fruit?

Yes! Feel free to add in any additional ingredients after the stretch and folds are complete.

Recipe Tips

- Make sure your Dutch oven or baking stone is preheated before placing your dough inside.
- Use a bread lame or sharp knife to score the top of your dough before baking.
- Let your bread cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing - this will help it retain its shape.
- Experiment with adding different flours or ingredients to customize your sourdough recipe.

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