Sourdough sandwich bread

This recipe makes 1 same day sandwich bread loaf.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine active sourdough starter and warm filtered water. Mix well using a danish hook until starter is disolved.

Step 2

Add extra virgin olive oil and honey (or sugar) to the mixture. Stir until evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Gradually add unbleached flour to the mixture, followed by salt. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 4

Knead the dough in the bowl for about 3 minutes until it comes together and reaches a consistent texture

Step 5

Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let the dough rest for 30 minutes.

Step 6

After 30 minutes, perform a series of stretch and folds on the dough. Repeat this process three times for a total of 4 stretch and folds every 30 minutes.

Step 7

Once the dough has almost doubled in size (about 3-4 hours), transfer it to a lightly floured surface. And shape it into a loaf shape, put in a greased loaf pan seam side down and cover then rest for 2 hours.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) during the last 30 minutes of proofing. And bake for 35 minutes or until it’s golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the bread from the oven and immediately brush the top with butter. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for at few minutes, then cool completely on a rack