Description
A delightful French bread recipe that utilizes sourdough discard, resulting in a crusty exterior and soft, flavorful interior.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sourdough discard
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Add the sourdough discard and salt to the yeast mixture, stirring to combine.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it in a greased loaf pan.
- Cover and let it rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
- Let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For a crustier bread, place a pan of water in the oven while baking.
- Experiment with adding herbs or cheese for additional flavor.
- Store leftover bread in a paper bag to maintain crustiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg