Check out my first loaf! I was so nervous cutting this open. I thought it was going to be a flop. Imagine my surprise. Well, you can see it on my face. Super proud of this. It might not be perfect, but I think it came out pretty decent for my very first loaf. I’ve got the bug now… I want to make ALL the sourdough. Feel free to critique, give me pointers, I’m open!
Key Points:
My starter is 20 days old!
I used the proof option on my oven through the entire bulk fermentation process
I used my stand mixer because it is WAY easier and faster than using a dough whisk and hands
Flour
Filtered Water
Starter
Salt
4 rounds of stretch and folds
6 hours total bulk fermentation time
14 hours cold proof after shaping
Baked at 450° for 25 minutes covered, then 15 minutes uncovered. Used my Lodge Dutch Oven
by evolve1183
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👀😯 lol
Nice work.
Congrats!!! You’re a pro!!! Did you use a little bit of yeast of flour that has self rising agents?
What a rollercoaster. I completely understand that look 😂 that’s impressive and it looks great !
I would watch videos all day long of people opening up their loaves
Gentle advice: Saw, don’t cut.
Welcome to the club! Great crumb.
Damn straight!
Looks delish.