Slice Of Sourdough Bread Recipe

Gather Ingredients

You will need flour, water, and sourdough starter. Optionally, you can include salt for improved taste.

Prepare the Starter

Feed your sourdough starter 4-12 hours before you plan to make the dough, ensuring it is active and bubbly.

Mix the Dough

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, water, and starter. Mix until a dough forms, then cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

Add Salt

Sprinkle salt over the dough and mix until fully incorporated.

Bulk Fermentation

Let the dough rise at room temperature for 4 hours, folding it over itself every 30 minutes for the first two hours.

Shape the Loaf

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Shape it into a round or oval loaf. Place the shaped loaf into a proofing basket.

Final Rise

Allow the dough to rise again at room temperature for 2 hours or in the fridge for up to 12 hours for more flavor development.

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside.

Score the Bread

Slash the top of the loaf with a sharp knife or razor blade.

Bake

Place the loaf in the preheated Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the lid and bake for another 25 minutes until the crust is deep brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.