Description
This guide explores sourdough benefits including improved digestion, gut health, and nutrient absorption, with insights from baker Marlene Quinn.
Ingredients
Unbleached flour
Filtered water
Active sourdough starter
Sea salt
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix flour and water. Let rest for 1 hour (autolyse).
2. Add sourdough starter and mix until incorporated.
3. Cover and let sit for 30 minutes. Add sea salt and fold gently.
4. Perform 4 stretch-and-folds over 3 hours.
5. Bulk ferment for 4–6 hours at room temperature.
6. Shape into a round and place into a floured proofing basket.
7. Refrigerate overnight (12–16 hours) for slow fermentation.
8. Preheat Dutch oven to 475°F. Bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncovered for 20 minutes.
9. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
Use whole grain flour for more nutrition.
Feed your starter regularly for a strong rise.
Always bake with an active, bubbly starter for best results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Health Tips
- Method: Fermentation
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sourdough benefits, healthy bread, gut health, sourdough nutrition