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Rustic Sourdough Bread

This Rustic Sourdough Bread is a chewy loaf with a deliciously crisp exterior and a mild sourdough tang that is great for those just starting out with sourdough because it includes yeast as well as sourdough starter.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Additional Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 2 loaves
Calories: 85kcal
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1 c. fed sourdough starter
  • 1 1/2 c. lukewarm water
  • 1 package instant yeast 1/4 oz
  • 3 teaspoons salt
  • 5 c. all purpose flour

Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 2 minutes or until a smooth dough forms.
  • Lightly grease of bowl, place the dough in the bowl, cover, and let rise 90 minutes.
  • Once the dough has doubled in size divide it in half.
  • Shape the dough into two oval loaves. Place the loaves on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  • Cover and let rise until puffy, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Once the oven is preheated make two half inch deep slashes in each loaf using a serrated knife.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the loaves are golden brown.
  • Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

Recipe from King Arthur Flour

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 85kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Sodium: 219mg | Fiber: 1g