If you are baking sourdough bread often, at some point you might need to store the loaves to prevent them from becoming stale. Sourdough actually freezes quite well. Most sourdough recipes make two sourdough loaves, so I usually keep one out to eat and freeze the second loaf. Then, the frozen loaf will last in [...]
Month: July 2020
A Soft Whole Wheat Sourdough
This recipe for a soft whole wheat sourdough contains about 45% whole wheat flour. The texture is super soft with a rustic flavor from the blend of whole wheat flour, bread flour and all-purpose flour. I enjoy this soft whole wheat sourdough toasted with scrambled eggs for my breakfast. It is also delicious to eat [...]
A Flexible Sourdough Baking Schedule
One of the best things about sourdough baking is that the timing of the process is very flexible and forgiving. When first learning how to bake sourdough, it can intimidating to follow the specific timelines in some recipes especially if you have a very busy schedule. Utilizing your refrigerator to slow down the fermentation of [...]
Favorite Sourdough Baking Tools
These are some of my favorite sourdough baking tools that I use frequently. Not all of them are necessary, but you definitely need a kitchen scale! The next most important thing is probably a dutch oven or similar baking vessel for your loaves to capture the steam. (Note: If you can't see the imagines, your [...]
Sourdough Crackers with Parmesan and Cheddar
These sourdough crackers are an easy and tasty way to use your discarded sourdough starter. The recipe can easily be modified to season with various herbs, seeds or other toppings. Additionally, the types of cheeses could be substituted as well! Whenever I bake these sourdough crackers with parmesan and cheddar, I usually top them with [...]
Artichoke and Parmesan Sourdough
This artichoke and parmesan sourdough loaf is delicious eaten by itself, toasted, or with scrambled eggs for breakfast. Why artichokes in bread? I just love artichokes on pizza and thought they would be delicious in sourdough as well. This artichoke bread was inspired by the artichoke bread from a small grocery store in Pescadero, California, [...]
Risotto with Artichoke Hearts
This risotto with artichoke hearts is quick and easy for a weeknight meal to pair with sourdough bread. This recipe is vegetarian if you use vegetable broth. If you don't have artichokes on hand, you could also substitute other vegetables such as chopped asparagus or omit entirely and the risotto is still delicious. I've noticed [...]
My Favorite Sourdough Books
Tartine Bread by Chad Roberston is the book I've found most useful for learning in detail about the sourdough bread making process. It is useful both beginners and advanced bakers. It teaches everything from how to make your own starter to how to bake your first loaf in great detail with many photos at every step.
Parmesan, Paprika and Black Pepper Sourdough
This parmesan, paprika and black pepper sourdough loaf has a unique cheesy crust - similar to that of a grilled cheese. The paprika and black pepper give it a hint of warmth. The flavor is subtle, yet complex. I enjoy this sourdough toasted with butter. Feel free to adjust the parmesan, paprika and black pepper [...]
How to Shape Sourdough Loaves
There are many methods for shaping sourdough bread loaves. This is how I shape my sourdough loaves because it is the easiest method for me. After watching many bread shaping videos, I've noticed each sourdough baker has a slightly different technique for shaping their loaves. It really just depends what works best for you. I [...]