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Sourdough Bread

A simple and healthy sourdough bread made with just four core ingredients that enhances flavor through natural fermentation.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Breakfast, Side, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Core Ingredients
  • 1 cup Sourdough starter
  • 1 cup Water
  • 4 cups Flour Use a mix of all-purpose and whole wheat for added nutrition.
  • 2 teaspoons Salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix sourdough starter, water, and flour in a bowl until combined.
  2. Let the dough rest for a few hours to ferment.
  3. Add salt and knead the dough until smooth.
  4. Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 12-14 hours).
  5. Shape the dough into loaves and let them rest.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and place a Dutch oven inside.
  2. Transfer the shaped loaves to the hot Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  3. Remove from the oven and let cool before slicing.

Notes

For a lighter option, use less salt and more whole grain flour to increase fiber. Sourdough can be stored at room temperature for up to three days or sliced and frozen for longer storage.