Artisan Sourdough Bread
A classic loaf with a crisp crust and chewy interior, made using a naturally leavened starter for a flavor that echoes centuries of baking tradition. This french-inspired breakfast ready in about 60 minutes combines grams bread flour, grams water, grams salt into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 12, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 500 grams bread flour
- 350 grams water
- 10 grams salt
- 100 grams active sourdough starter
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 500 grams bread flour, 350 grams water, and 100 grams active sourdough starter. Mix until no dry flour remains, then cover and rest for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Add 10 grams salt to the dough and mix until fully incorporated. Cover and let rest for 1 hour.
- Step 3: Perform 4 sets of stretch and folds: every 30 minutes for 2 hours, gently stretch dough upward and fold over itself. After final fold, cover and rest 1 hour.
- Step 4: Shape dough into a boule, place in a floured banneton, and cover. Let rise at room temperature for 4-6 hours until doubled in size.
- Step 5: Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) with a Dutch oven inside for 30 minutes. Carefully transfer dough to pot, cover, and bake 20 minutes. Uncover and bake 20-25 minutes more until deep golden brown.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Artisan Sourdough Bread take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Artisan Sourdough Bread?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Artisan Sourdough Bread?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Artisan Sourdough Bread for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Artisan Sourdough Bread?
French breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Doubled the garlic (as one does) and it was amazing.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
