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Freshly baked sourdough French bread loaf with a crispy crust and soft interior.

Sourdough French Bread

Delightful and versatile homemade sourdough French bread featuring a crunchy crust and soft interior, made with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Bread, Snack
Cuisine: French, Homemade
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 cups sourdough starter
  • 1 cup warm water Around 100°F (38°C)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Allow it to sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. Stir in the sourdough starter and salt. Gradually add flour, a little at a time, mixing until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
  5. Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Cover and let rise again for about 30-45 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden and it sounds hollow when tapped.
  3. Let cool before slicing.

Notes

Serve warm with butter or olive oil. Avoid plastic bags for storage. Freeze for longer storage options.
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