Sourdough bread, with its distinctive tangy flavor and chewy texture, has been a staple in artisan baking for centuries. This blog post will guide you through the process of making your own sourdough bread at home, knife highlighting the essential tools you’ll need, such as a dough whisk and a bread lame, as well as discussing the benefits of baking with sourdough and using a tin cloche for the perfect crust. We’ll also touch on the role of dry yeast in sourdough baking and the importance of a bench knife in handling dough.
- 1 cup of sourdough starter
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour (you may need a bit more for kneading)
- 1-2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of dry yeast (optional, for a quicker rise)
- 1 ΒΌ cups of warm water