Lesson 6: A Hearth Sourdough

Now this is really it—nothing but flour, water, salt, and wild yeast, baked directly on the hearth, all made by your hands. This is the one, my friend. If this is as far as you get, you have come farther than 99 percent of people. This is what most people envision when they think of “artisan” or “old-world” or “rustic” bread. It’s similar to the hearth loaf in Lesson 3. And ya know what’s great? You’ve already done every piece of the puzzle. Here’s your chance to put it all together, baker.