Chef johns sourdough bread –Welcome to the wild and wonderful world of bread-making! Today, we’re diving headfirst into the doughy adventures of Chef John’s Sourdough Bread. Let’s get those kitchen counters messy and create something that’ll make your taste buds dance. Grab your aprons and prepare for some science meets magic in the form of sourdough!
Chef John’s Sourdough Bread
Behold, the grandeur of sourdough! This isn’t just any loaf; it’s the kind of bread that elevates sandwiches into gastronomic masterpieces. Picture your favorite filling hugged snugly by soft, tangy bread. But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s check out the visual inspiration!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ¼ cups warm water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ cup sourdough starter (make sure it’s bubbly and happy)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the sourdough starter on top and let it bubble away for about 10 minutes. This is where the magic starts!
- Add the flour and salt to the bowl, and stir until it’s all combined. You should have a sticky dough that screams ‘I’m going to rise like you’ve never seen before!’
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead it for about 10 minutes. Use your best ‘I’m serious about bread’ face during this step.
- Place your kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 1 to 2 hours or until it’s doubled in size. Go take a nap or binge-watch your favorite show during this time!
- After rising, punch down the dough (yes, it’s therapeutic!) and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan or on a baking sheet.
- Cover the dough again and let it rise another hour. This is the second act of our bread-based drama.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes, or until it’s golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped. Enjoy the heavenly aroma that starts to fill your kitchen!
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack. Patience is key; don’t slice it too soon or you’ll commit a cardinal bread sin!
And there you have it—a glorious loaf of Chef John’s Sourdough Bread! Slice it, toast it, or use it to impress your friends at the next gathering! Happy baking!