sourdough bread recipes

Sourdough bread is made using a natural fermentation process with a starter—a mixture of flour and water that captures wild yeasts and beneficial bacteria from the environment. To make it, combine the starter with additional flour and water, knead the dough, allow it to ferment and rise over several hours or overnight, then shape and bake until crusty and flavorful. The fermentation process creates complex flavors and improves digestibility. The key is nurturing the starter and allowing sufficient fermentation time, which develops the bread's characteristic tang and texture without needing commercial yeast.