I still remember the loaf that changed everything for me. It was a Tuesday night, I was exhausted, and my shaped dough was sitting on the counter waiting for its final proof. Instead of staying up to bake it, I did something I thought was a mistake — I covered it, shoved it in the … Read more
I still remember the morning I stood over my kitchen sink, a small spoonful of starter hovering in a glass of water, watching it like it held the secrets of the universe. I had read about the sourdough starter float test in about six different places, and every source seemed to treat it like the … Read more
I still remember the morning I walked into my kitchen, lifted the lid off my starter jar, and was met with nothing. No bubbles. No dome. No rise. Just a flat, sad puddle of flour and water that smelled faintly of nail polish remover. I had been so focused on my baking schedule that I … Read more
I still remember staring into a mason jar on my kitchen counter, watching nothing happen. Day three of my very first attempt, and there wasn’t a single bubble in sight. I almost poured it down the drain. I’m so glad I didn’t — because by day five, that same jar was alive, tangy, and practically … Read more
Sourdough bread offers a unique crust, a tangy flavor, and an airy texture. Behind every delicious loaf lies a bubbling, living ecosystem known as a sourdough culture or starter. This simple mixture of flour and water is far from inert. In fact, it hosts a complex community of wild yeasts and beneficial bacteria. These microbes … Read more
If you’re new to sourdough baking, these beginner sourdough tips will help you navigate the wild world of wild yeast and avoid the common mistakes that can turn your first attempts into kitchen disasters. Let me tell you a story. Last week, I walked into my kitchen to find my sourdough starter had basically turned … Read more
There’s nothing quite like the excitement of starting your sourdough journey. You’ve watched all the videos and read the blogs. You’re ready to create that perfect starter that will become your bread-baking companion. However, when choosing your sourdough starter, most beginners hit roadblocks that could easily be avoided. I’ve seen it happen to friends, family, … Read more
