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Simple Sourdough

A straightforward sourdough with a good crust and open crumb.

Prep
30 min (plus overnight bulk)
Cook
45 min
Serves
1

Ingredients

Method

Mix flour and water, autolyse 30 minutes. Add starter and salt, incorporate well.

Perform 4 sets of stretch and folds over 2 hours. Bulk ferment at room temp until dough has grown ~75% and is domed on top (6–10 hours depending on temp).

Shape gently, place in a floured banneton, and cold retard overnight.

Bake in a Dutch oven: 25 min at 500°F with lid on, 20 min lid off until deep golden brown.