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Hi all. Does anyone here have a good recipe for the starter? My dough was very wet but I am baking anyway. I don't have dutch oven but baking in a loaf pan. Thanks.
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Try The Perfect Loaf starter from Maurizio Leo’s blog. I’ve recommended this starter to a number of novice bakers who used it with great success.
BTW Maurizio Leo’s book on bread is excellent. I have it in my library and I’ve given it as gift.
Making an Incredible Sourdough Starter from Scratch in 7 Easy Steps
A step-by-step guide to making an incredible sourdough starter from scratch in 7 easy steps. Start baking sourdough bread at home with a new yeast starter!
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Try The Perfect Loaf starter from Maurizio Leo’s blog. I’ve recommended this starter to a number of novice bakers who used it with great success.
BTW Maurizio Leo’s book on bread is excellent. I have it in my library and I’ve given it as gift.
Making an Incredible Sourdough Starter from Scratch in 7 Easy Steps
A step-by-step guide to making an incredible sourdough starter from scratch in 7 easy steps. Start baking sourdough bread at home with a new yeast starter!
On day seven of this starter, can I put it in the fridge and feed it less often? Like once a week?
For a wet dough, try adjusting the flour-to-water ratio next time. Since you're using a loaf pan, preheat your oven and line the pan with parchment paper to avoid sticking. If possible, add steam by placing a pan of water in the oven during the first 15 minutes of baking. Check if the bread is done by measuring an internal temperature of around 200°F (93°C). Good luck with your sourdough!
If your dough is a bit wet, you can try adding a little more flour until it feels manageable. Baking in a loaf pan is fine—just add a pan of water on the lower oven rack to help with crust. For a simple sourdough starter, mix 1/2 cup whole wheat or rye flour with 1/4 cup water, let it sit for 24 hours, then feed it daily with 1/2 cup flour and 1/4 cup water for a week. Your starter should be bubbly and ready to use by day 7. Good luck!