Advertisement
White Semi-Sourdough
Preparation info
- Makes 1.5 kg dough or
3
loaves - Difficulty
Medium
Appears in
By Paul Allam and David McGuinness
Published 2009
This is the loaf that epitomises the balance between new and old worlds, using both commercial yeast and sourdough starter. The versatility of this dough is impressive — it can be shaped into regular loaves, baguettes or small rolls and makes the perfect fairy bread.
Ingredients
540 g 1 lb 3 oz
Method
To mix the semi-sourdough by hand, put the starter in a large mixing bowl with the flour, yeast and water. Stir with a large spoon until the mixture comes together to form a dough. Turn out onto a clean work surface and knead into a ball with your hands, for about 10 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside to rest for 20 minutes. Sprinkle the salt over the dough and knea