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Sourdough Bread

This sourdough bread recipe combines the comforting flavors of warm bread with a slightly tangy crust for an irresistible homemade experience.
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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Bread, Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Homemade
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 150 g bubbly, active sourdough starter Make sure it’s lively and ready to work!
  • 250 g warm water Slightly warmer than your body temperature to activate the yeast.
  • 25 g olive oil For that lovely richness and a hint of flavor.
  • 500 g bread flour Provides the strength our dough needs for that delightful structure.
  • 10 g fine sea salt Essential for flavor; don’t skimp on this!
  • fine ground cornmeal or non-stick parchment paper Helps prevent sticking to the Dutch oven.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, mix your bubbly sourdough starter with the warm water and olive oil using a fork until somewhat smooth.
  2. Sprinkle in the bread flour and fine sea salt, stirring until the mixture becomes stiff and slightly sticky.
  3. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest for 30 minutes to an hour (autolyse).
  4. Gently shape the dough into a rough ball after the rest time.
Rising
  1. Cover the dough again and place it in a warm spot until it doubles in size (about 1 to 2 hours).
  2. Optionally, stretch and fold the dough every 30 minutes during the rise for added strength.
  3. Once the dough has doubled, shape it again and place it into a Dutch oven coated with cornmeal or onto parchment paper.
  4. Cover and let it rise again for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Score the dough with a shallow slash on top to help it rise.
  3. Bake covered for the first 20 minutes, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 40 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Allow the bread to cool on a wire rack for at least an hour before slicing.

Notes

For additional flavor, consider adding chopped herbs or roasted garlic. Store wrapped at room temperature for up to three days or in the fridge for a week. Reheat slices in the oven for a fresh-baked feel.