Description
A heartwarming recipe for homemade sourdough bread that is perfect for sharing. Experience the delightful aroma and rustic flavor of freshly baked bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g bread flour
- 350ml water
- 100g sourdough starter
- 10g salt
Instructions
- Combine the bread flour and water in a large bowl, mixing until no dry flour remains.
- Let the dough rest for 30 minutes (autolyse).
- Add the sourdough starter and salt, mixing until well incorporated.
- Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a tea towel, and let it rise for 4-5 hours, until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside.
- Shape the dough gently and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Transfer the dough to the hot Dutch oven, cover with the lid, and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
For variations, consider adding herbs, nuts, or cheese to the dough. Store in a paper bag at room temperature or freeze for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg