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best golden sourdough bread recipe | Easy for Beginners to Master

The Best Golden Sourdough Bread Recipe | Easy for Beginners

The Best Golden Sourdough Bread Recipe is perfect for beginners who want to master the art of bread-making.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups sourdough starter
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water
  • 2 teaspoons salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sourdough starter, and warm water. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Add salt and knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth.
  3. Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 4 hours or until doubled in size.
  4. Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a floured proofing basket.
  5. Cover and let rise for another 2 hours.
  6. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and place a Dutch oven inside.
  7. Carefully transfer the dough to the hot Dutch oven, cover it, and bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the bread cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

  • For a crustier loaf, you can add steam to the oven during the first 20 minutes of baking.
  • Experiment with different flours for unique flavors.

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