Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
100 g

Homemade Sourdough Starter

250 g

Water

1 tsp

Honey

1.5 tsp

Salt

380 g

All Purpose Flour

2 tsp

Olive Oil

Step 1
~45 min

Take the Sourdough Starter out of the fridge.

Step 2
~45 min

Combine the sourdough starter, water, honey, and salt in a large bowl.

Step 3
~45 min

Mix well to combine ingredients.

Step 4
~45 min

Add the all-purpose flour to the mixture.

Step 5
~45 min

Using a flat beater, mix for 30 seconds on the lowest speed.

Step 6
~45 min

Switch to the dough hook attachment.

Step 7
~45 min

Add olive oil to the dough.

Step 8
~45 min

Mix for about 30 seconds until incorporated.

Step 9
~45 min

Transfer the dough into a lightly oiled container.

Step 10
~45 min

Place the container in a warm place to rise.

Step 11
~45 min

After 1.5 hours, fold the dough.

Step 12
~45 min

Repeat the folding process 1.5 hours later.

Step 13
~45 min

Once the dough has tripled in size, fold it again and refrigerate overnight.

Step 14
~45 min

In the morning, remove the container from the fridge and let it sit until it reaches room temperature.

Step 15
~45 min

Preheat the oven to 500F (260C), with a pizza pan inside.

Step 16
~45 min

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured kitchen surface.

Step 17
~45 min

Wet your hands with water and gently fold the dough.

Step 18
~45 min

Allow the dough to rest uncovered for 15 minutes.

Step 19
~45 min

Prepare a banneton basket (or a loaf pan lined with a kitchen cloth) and dust heavily with flour.

Step 20
~45 min

Fold the edges of the dough inward to shape it into a round or oblong.

Step 21
~45 min

Place the shaped dough into the prepared banneton basket or loaf pan, sealing the edges.

Step 22
~45 min

Cover the dough and let it proof until it has doubled in size (about 1.5-2 hours).

Step 23
~45 min

Cover dough with kitchen towel.

Step 24
~45 min

Cover it with a cutting board and press with your hand.

Step 25
~45 min

Turn it upside down.

Step 26
~45 min

Remove the loaf pan.

Step 27
~45 min

Remove the kitchen towel.

Step 28
~45 min

Score the top of the loaf two or three times using a thin, sharp knife.

Step 29
~45 min

Carefully remove the preheated pizza pan from the oven and slide the dough onto it.

Step 30
~45 min

Return the pizza pan with the dough to the oven.

Step 31
~45 min

Immediately spray the inside of the oven with water five times, then close the door quickly.

Step 32
~45 min

Bake for 5 minutes at 500F (260C), then reduce the temperature to 450F (232C) and bake for 18 minutes more.

Step 33
~45 min

Remove from oven and let cool completely before slicing and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a deeper sour flavor, let the dough ferment longer in the fridge.

Spraying water in the oven creates steam, which helps develop a crispy crust.

If you don't have a pizza pan, a baking stone or sheet will also work.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made a day ahead and refrigerated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with butter and jam.

Use for sandwiches or toast.

Pair with soup or salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Soup
Salad
Cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Traditional staple bread

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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