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the easiest sourdough bread

The Easiest No-Knead Sourdough Bread

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup active sourdough starter (fed 1:1:1)
  • 1 1/4 cup lukewarm water
  • 3 cups unbleached organic flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt

Instructions
 

  • mix: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir until combined then use hands to fully mix. Dont overmix since its a no knead recipe! Cover and let sit for 30 minutes.
  • Fold: fold the dough 3-4 times to strengthen it then shape into a ball using the push pull method.
  • Bulk Ferment: Cover and let the dough rise at room temperature for 8-12 hours, or until doubled in size.
  • Shape: Gently dump the dough onto a floured surface. Fold it a few times and shape into a ball using push pull method. Let it rest for 15 minutes
  • Second Rise: Shape into a loaf (for a pan) or a round boule (for a parchment-lined bowl). Let rise for 3-4 hours at room temperature or let it cold ferment in the fridge for 24 hours for more fermentation.
  • Bake: Preheat oven to 425°F. Score the dough and bake:
    Cover and bake for 20 minutes.
    Uncover and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool: Let the bread cool for at least 30 minutes to an hour before slicing.