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Sourdough in 4 steps
The clearest guide to making your first sourdough bread without the hassle.
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Build the starter
Mix whole-wheat flour and water in equal parts. Refresh every 12 h for 5 days.
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Float test
Drop a spoonful of starter into water. If it floats, it is ready to bake.
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Knead and fold
Incorporate the starter into bread flour. Apply stretch-and-fold every 30 min for 3 h.
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Steam bake
Bake in a Dutch oven at 250 °C for the first 20 min with the lid on; uncover and brown for 25 min.
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