Joy Of Cooking Sourdough Bread Recipe
Description:
This Joy Of Cooking Sourdough Bread recipe is a simple and delicious way to make a classic sourdough bread. It is made with a starter and requires a little patience, but the results are worth the effort. The bread has a slightly tangy flavor, a crunchy crust, and a soft, airy interior. The recipe is easy to follow and can be adapted to different flours and flavorings. This is a great way to make a traditional sourdough bread without having to create your own starter.
Ingredients:
This recipe requires the following ingredients: 1 cup warm water, 1 teaspoon active dry yeast, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 1/2 to 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup starter (see note).
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, sugar, olive oil, and salt. Mix together until combined.
2. Add the flour to the bowl and mix until a soft dough forms. The dough should be soft, but not too wet. If the dough is too wet, add a bit more flour.
3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Let the dough rise for 1 to 2 hours, until doubled in size.
5. Punch down the dough and knead in the starter until well combined.
6. Divide the dough into two equal pieces and shape into round loaves. Place the loaves on a lightly oiled baking sheet.
7. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for 1 to 2 hours, until doubled in size.
8. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
9. Bake the loaves for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown and the crust is crisp.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Equipment:
To make this sourdough bread recipe, you will need a large bowl, a wooden spoon, a lightly floured surface, a lightly oiled bowl, a damp cloth, a baking sheet, and a wire rack.
Notes:
If you don't have a starter, you can make one by combining 1 cup of all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup of warm water in a bowl and letting it sit for a few days until it starts to ferment. You can then use this starter for the recipe.
Nutrition:
One slice of this sourdough bread contains approximately 150 calories, 3 grams of fat, 23 grams of carbohydrates, and 4 grams of protein. It is also a good source of iron and calcium.
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