First Sourdough Attempt – Feels Like a Success!

Created my starter on January 1 (Name is The Mandoughlorian) but I've been feeling a bit intimidated to try my first loaf. Saw someone mention this recipe on King Arthur's site, and it seemed so easy, I had to give it a go.

I halved the recipe to just do a single loaf. The process was so simple, and I think the result was amazing. Quick overview of the recipe/process:

450g Bread Flour

50g Whole Wheat Flour

10g Salt

400g Water

20g Unfed starter

– Mix everything together by hand into a shaggy ball

– Let rest for 15 mins

– Stretch and fold x3, waiting 15 minutes between each

– Let proof at room temp for 12 hours

– Shape and put in banneton

– Put in fridge for 8 hours

– Preheat oven and dutch oven to 500

– Put loaf on parchment, score, and lower into dutch oven

– Reduce to 450 and cover for 20 minutes

– Uncover and bake 20-25 minutes until golden brown

If you're like me and still lurking in this sub, I really recommend you try this recipe. Super easy and delicious!