Warm bread on repeat| Bake with me
Let’s bake bread together!
I used my natural starter to make this bread but there are recipes to use a quick active yeast!
100g of active starter
350g warm water
500g bread flour unbleached
10g Himalayan salt
cover for 30 minutes and let rise.
Stretch and fold every 30 minutes 4 times.
Cover the bowl and let rise again at a temperature of 70-75 degrees F.
Until the dough has risen 50-75% in volume. Usually takes around 6-10 hours depending on room temp.
Preheat at 450 for 45 minutes
bake the bread covered in Dutch oven for 20 minutes
Remove lid and return to oven for another 20-25 minutes.
Pro tip: use a weight to measure your amounts rather than cups.
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Baking bread at home, especially sourdough, has been a rewarding journey for me. Using a natural starter rather than commercial yeast adds depth to the flavor and brings a wonderful aroma to your kitchen. One essential tip I've found is to always use a kitchen scale for accuracy instead of cups—this helps maintain consistency in your dough every bake. The stretch and fold technique during the bulk fermentation phase helps develop the gluten structure without intensive kneading and is perfect for beginners. Make sure to keep the dough covered and in a warm spot around 70-75°F to rise optimally; the process can take 6-10 hours depending on your home's temperature. When you bake in a Dutch oven, the covered initial bake traps steam which is crucial for getting that crispy, golden crust that is so characteristic of good artisan bread. Removing the lid halfway through allows the bread to brown nicely without becoming too hard. Trust the process, be patient during proofing, and you’ll be rewarded with a beautifully risen loaf with a crunchy crust and soft crumb. It’s truly amazing how simple ingredients like flour, water, salt, and starter transform into warm bread that fills your home with comfort. Baking bread regularly became my little ritual—bread day feels like a celebration of patience and craft. Happy baking!