I’ve been making sourdough bread for 15 years. There was nothing as clear as your presentation available to amateurs for the first ten of those years. Your process is clear and fully developed. It works. I had to discover much of what you present here by personal trial and much failure.
I’m just starting my starter, and I’m wondering, I’m going to be making a lot of sourdough bread, do I need a breadmaker ? I don’t have a mixer nor have I ever made or used any of these; do you think a breadmaker helps with kneading ? Or use a mixer ? Thanks ! ; )
You often don't knead sourdough, only yeasted dough. Instead, after mixing everything, you'll do occasional stretch and folds, maybe 3 sets every 30m into bulk formation. (With yeasted bread, you'll mix everything and then knead for ~8min, then leave it alone for the rest of bulk formation.) Before getting into sourdough I would recommend mastering yeasted dough, and watch lots of videos. I started with a channel called the Chain Baker on TH-cam -- he breaks every step down and makes bread baking so much easier to understand
I was new to sourdough and almost gave up because I couldn’t find a recipe that worked. Then I found this video and I made the best bread. Thank you so much for the clear instructions, it was soooo helpful for a newbie like me. I’m hooked now.
Hi I’m sorry to bother you but I did I’ll you do but my in the last step to put it in the basket is sticky it’s very hard to make the shape can you please tell me what can I do fix that thank you
What a perfect, pleasant and professional video presentation. No useless talk, clear, precise, direct instruction. I have a little patience for those videos were there is constant chatter and the host is trying to be a star. Thank you so much.
"CLEAR NON-RAMBLING INSTRUCTIONS" that's what caught my attention 1st, then you did it and so wonderfully, clear step by step. Any beginner would confidently go forward and make sourdough bread following your guidance. Thank you and I look forward to your other videos.
I have a starter from my Mom that I have been wanting to make into bread. Everytime I watch a sourdough bread tutorial, i just get more confused. I found your video, and it's like the clouds parted, and everything is clear! I'm waiting for my starter to peak on the counter so I can start your process. Thank you for a clear, step-by-step tutorial. I actually think I can make a successful loaf now! ❤️
I just finished my sourdough bread using the steps in this video and it was the best sourdough bread I have made thus far. I am a newbie to sourdough and I am so very proud of myself - thanks to your clear, concise, efficient teaching!! Thank you!!
I searched high and low for an instructive tutorial to learn the tricks of creating a beautiful sandwich loaf and came across your video last week. Yesterday, I followed your video step-by-step, often pausing to review using your recipe and the 2 loaves turned out beautifully! Thank you so much and I look forward to trying your other recipes. 🙏
Thank you for such a clear step by step how to for making this sourdough bread. Your instructions give me a much better understanding of the internal processes that take place between the microorganisms, the handling and the resting phases.
I wish I found you from the beginning! I had to weed through so many things and so many confusing techniques. Yours is the best. Love everything about this!
Thank you... I am not new to sourdough but guessing I got lucky the first time I made a strong starter.. I had let my starter go when I moved and didn't think much of it at the time... I have all but all given up trying to make a new starter for the past three year coming to the conclusion my house was just haunted (LOL). I came across your trouble shooting your starter series and came to the conclusion that i was just experiencing an off ph balance issue. I thought again my starter had died doing nothing, but kept at it with 3 more days of discards and feeding with the 1:1:1 FEEDING SCHEDULE. It took 12 days to finally get a steady rise and follow.. The rubber band technique is genius. Just made my first loaf in this house after 4 years... I appreciate your video.
Another beautiful video. Making sourdough bread makes me very happy and even though my husband and I rarely indulge, our neighbors and family are happy recipients of my bakes. Removing that lid and seeing the “oven spring” makes me smile every time. You are a gifted instructor and the illustrative shots are spot on. Thank you.
My husband triedmaking sourdough for the first time this month. He has zero baking experience. He watched some videos and read up a bit and decided to go with your videos. He was successful the FIRST time and is really enjoying himself. It is THE BEST sourdough I have EVER tasted. Thank you for these thoughtful videos!
Beautiful! I used to make all of our bread w a "no knead" recipe, which was always delicious, but not nearly as pretty as yours. And I could never figure out how to practically use my proofing basket. I abandoned our starter when we became "empty nesters". You've inspired me to go back to it, even if I end up giving away the bread often...❤ Thank you!
Made my first loaf with my starter and your instructions and it turned out beautifully. I’m blown away. I did not expect to have success on my first try ❤
I'm working on my first starter... ever.... I so want this to turn out. I just got done mastering a simple recipe using store yeast but wanted to know how to make bread if the supply chain breaks down further and we can't buy yeast or if hyperinflation hits and they charge $50.00 for it!
Not only are the recipes good, but you are concise and to the point without any fluff or drama. I’m never led astray by your video posters & I always get what I expect. (Zero click bait)… And I so appreciate your calm voice and positive attitude. Don’t take this the wrong way, but if there was a one hour video, I could watch to go to sleep by. Thank you for your shared time and effort. You are a great teach.
UPDATED REVIEW AFTER BAKING THE BREAD many thanks again for such precise instructions I made the bread yesterday throughout the morning and put it in the fridge until early today when it was baked It was difficult to wait to cut it but I managed 1,5 hrs of cooling time ( probably needed a tiny longer to be fully cooled inside) It was beyond delicious and worth the time it took. I followed the video and the written recipe alongside. The brad had beautiful even air pockets and when biting into it felt bubbly almost like a crumpet. Again very worth the time. Now that I have done it once it will feel easily to do the steps without so much double checking Hi! A million thanks! I did two with another recipe from a gut healing book and although it was fine the results I felt I needed more specific instructions, your was just what I needed Often things like baking are being seem as an art yet with enough practice and guidance I believe we can all learn new things Again a million thanks ❤❤❤
I am very new to sourdough bread making. I've spent the last month, carefully babying my starter and discards. I've read dozens of recipes and watched videos. BUT, your video was absolutely the most comprehensive, clear, and to the point. I made my first loaf yesterday, while watching your video. Kept replaying parts to be careful with the slap and fold, stretch and fold, etc. I put it in my oven on proof; I was sure I had messed it up because it seemed to take forever to rise. But after 6 hours, it had doubled . One thing I learned is that 6 hours was perhaps 30 min too long for the bulk rise. I prepped it, and put in fridge and baked it off this morning - it was so good!!!! Thank you for making such a great step by step video. I am excited to bake more.
Well done video, Adrienna. I followed all your steps and was rewarded with an excellent loaf of sourdough bread. Thanks for sharing your recipe and baking techniques with everyone!
Folks, if this is your beginning journey to becoming a sourdough bread maker this is BY FAR THE BEST INSTRUCTION on how to do it. Believe me when I say that. I have watched many, many others. After watching this twice and trying Adrienne's method I will look no more for another method. This is the first method I have seen that combines the slap & fold and the stretch & fold techniques. It makes all the difference to producing a wonderful, workable dough.
Very clear instruction . Before this i tried to bake sourdough bread but fail. But following your step by step instructions, I succeed baking one. Now baking sourdough bread is my weekly routine. Thank you so much.
Let me start by saying so thankful I found this video, I have used your sourdough recipe twice now, first time made 1 Loaf the second time I challenged myself and made 2 and they came out perfect!!! Your video was so easy to follow and you didn’t make it complicated which I love. Love your content… 🥰
I’ve been trying to make a successful loaf for a long time. Your method is the first one that enabled me to make a beautiful sourdough. Thank you so much ❤
Thank you Adrianna :) I just purchased a Dutch oven, a banneton basket, and a dough scraper. Bread making is labor intensive but now I will have the tools to make a beginner's loaf on a regular basis more simplified. I have an old scale from my Jenny Craig days, which was not built for heavy ingredients. Tomorrow I will make fermented salsa. You are right. This is a lot of fun. Enjoying what you do is a labor of love and I love bread :) I now look forward to what your new video has to share. You're just too sweet to have been a corporate suit. I'd never had believed it if you hadn't said so. You are homegrown and I love it :)
Excellent video. I also have been baking sourdough bread for a few years but picked up so many tips from your video. You are an excellent teacher. I love your thorough instructions and close detail of preparing your loaves. Well done.
During the time of the universal C-madness I had started making bread again...with Italian type sourdough (lievito madre) and ever since I do not buy bread anymore or use commercial yeast. I have dried some of my sourdough in a thin sheet in order to have a back-up should it go bad and I have sent it in a letter to friends...one batch to Texas, one to Canada, several to Germany. And I take it with me for longer gold-washing holidays. It has a pleasant smell of apple, even in the reconstituted batches. When you start a sourdough, preferably take a flour that is not completely white, but with some bran in it and add a few drops of a sour fruit juice, any will do. This creates favorable conditions for the desired microorganisms.
This video finally did it for me. Calling out the steps that have more flexibility…really helped. Trying to time the proofing was a waste of effort. With that off my plate I spent a little more time on handling it properly throughout the day. 🎉
Just finished loaf number 2 from your sourdough starter thru baking. After many failed attempts from directions from “others” I have been successful! Thank you so much for your clear directions and demonstrations.
Thank you so much for your recipe and video. I made my first ever sourdough loaf following your instructions and it turned out beautifully on my first attempt.
My dough was still sticky during the last “pull/stretch-for the final shaping stage. It was difficult to create tension since it was sticky. I did sprinkle more flour then just put it in the proofing bowl. It’s now in the refrigerator and my fingers are crossed it turns out. This video is the most concise/with thorough explanation.
One of the BEST Starter Videos explaining the SOURDOUGH Process that I have seen on TH-cam. Definitely a Favorite here. Great Detailed Explanation. Th Ankh You
Thank you! U are so calm & precise. It’s easy to follow & you explain in detail. I’m happy I found your channel. I’m a beginner making sourdough. I was ready to give up, but I see I’m improving and I can’t stop now Thank you
I very rarely leave comments on anything, but I was all too inclined just to reach out and say "thank you" for your sourdough starter & sourdough bread videos. I'm new to cultivating wild yeast and sourdough's and have been scouring the internet all week for how-to's/tips/tricks with mixed results, and I am so grateful I came across your videos; they're so well done! You give JUST the right amount of technical information with perfect instructional techniques & bonus info. Thank you again! 😊
Following your instructions, I made a beautiful loaf of bread. My oven is not going up to 450 when it should, but I placed another thermometer inside to check the real temperature. It worked great. Thank you.
Although my first attempt to make this recipe was not as good as it could have been (my starter was weak). The flavor was exceptional. I learned so much watching your videos and feel I can actually achieve success. Thank you for making the directions clear and concise. It took my starter over 2 weeks to get going really good, I almost gave up. I am using freshly milled rye for the starter and will use freshly milled white hard wheat to make the next loaf. So happy your channel was recommended to me. Shalom.
I’ve been researching to buy sourdough starter, and all the comments say that only the San Francisco starter using white flour works great, with many negative comments on GF and whole wheat starter….etc. But, I did notice that people would buy the San Fran one and eventually use Rye or whole wheat; this interests me because I’m not a fan of eating white flour, even though her video of that bread looks absolutely delicious; I’m wondering about the health benefits of eating white flour sourdough bread……. I’m intrigued that a bread can be fermented, and I’m very curious to know how the Rye, Spelt and wheat turn out once the white flour starter settles, and also I bought organic coconut flour which I would LOVE to figure out how to use in sourdough; wonderful video !! ; )
I have made 3 loaves with other tutorials. The first was flat. The second was much better, but dense at the bottom. The third was wonderful and beautiful. I will make more with your method as I like how precise you are with the shaping. Some tips I learned were: 1. let the dough rest after the refrigeration process outside of the refrigerator while the oven preheats. 1/2 hour. I got a little more rise that way. 2. before scoring, spray the dough with water and sprinkle sesame seeds, oats, or barley over the dough. Score. 3. place a round cooling rack that fits tight inside the dutch oven which raises the dough off the floor and prevents burning.
Thank you so much. I created a starter three weeks ago. Found out that Rye is the magic for starter. Today I followed your instruction for my first loaf. We bake tomorrow. Hoping it’s a success.
First loaf following your instruction was perfect. I will say that a Rye starter is the way to go for a strong starter. And temperature for the starter to grow is really important. I baked at 9400 elevation in Colorado and made zero adjustment to your instructions. Thank you
Just wanted to say thank you for this fool proof recipe/technique. New to making sourdough and have struggled with inconsistent results. Since watching this and following your advice I’ve been getting fantastic results!!!
You just made this so uncomplicated! . New to sourdough making so I’ve watch so many videos that seem so complicated and then I found you!….Blissful thank you
I buy sourdough bread from a friend. To save money I thought maybe I would make my own. After watching your video, I've decided this is a lot of work and time !! My friend is a pro and makes it perfect - so I think I'll just save my time and continue buying it from her. Good video though.
This is a true masterclass! Today is going to be the very first time I have made sourdough bread and your incredible thoroughness presented in a very kind and detailed way has reduced my anxiety about making mistakes quite a bit. So thank you! Fingers crossed, here I go
Success - finally! Thanks. After trying several other bread recipes, this one turned out the best for me. I’m an experienced bread baker, but sourdough is new to me. This one uses some of Bertinet’s method. I believe it works well for the beginner because it has a lower hydration ratio, giving you an easier to work dough to perfect the entire process. Sourdough builds strength differently than yeast based recipes. Success! I’ll be making this again a few times before I venture into some variations.
I love the way you explained to us your bread recipe. I m sure its the best ever. I will give it a try instantly. Thank you for sharing with us. God bless you with your endeavours
I found you recently and I must say that your videos are excellent! Very detailed, step by step for beginners like me and at the same time, on point with no nonsense rambling! Thank you
Your video helped me remedy a problem I was causing unknowingly. Thank you for how well you break it down and cover what ifs and don't do's. Grateful 🙏
I’ve been baking sourdough for many years and have watched literally hundreds of videos on the subject. Yours is the most comprehensive and understandable video I’ve seen. The reusable baking mat with handles is a great idea. Will definitely be ordering one of those. Thanks.
Great video!! I made my second loaf today following your instructions and it turned out beautiful and delicious! Thank you!! The only thing I will say is my dough hardly rose in the cold proof stage, and it was in there overnight for about 11 hours or so. My initial bulk rise lasted about 10-12 hours due to cooler room temp and it definitely doubled in size. The bread still turned out great but it was smaller than expected, your bread looked much bigger than mine!
My husband found your channel looking for kefir recipes and we like it very much. Thank you for your explanation. Very clear and professional. I am making sourdough bread for 5 years now, and I will definitely try your method. And I will really love to see a whole wheat sourdough video if you want to do! ❤
You are amazing, I have been baking, fermenting, sprouting etc for decades, but your wonderfully clear, precise instructions have not only revived my interest, but they have taken the results to a whole new level. I have just restored my desiccated sourdough starter and cannot wait to try your recipe and method! Should be good to go tomorrow. thank you so much!
Excellent video tutorial on making sourdough for a beginner. I am not sure why so many people overcomplicate their videos and instructions. I started my first Starter today and figure by next Thursday - Friday I will be ready to try your tutorial I am saving it. Thank you so much.
Fairly new to making sourdough (just a couple months now) and so far, I have had the best results following this instructional video. Very informative and clear instructions with amazing results. I don't know if it is because of the slap and fold or the overnight proof but after making a loaf yesterday and a boule this evening, even I was impressed with my results! Thank you very much for your help. It is nice to finally have success with my end results.
Deeply grateful for this video and explanation. Tried soo many video recipes, even bought a book..and was still getting mixed results. I have now used your recipe and guidance twice and it has turned out perfectly. I am so excited about my sourdough starter again that I even named her. Thank you 🙏
This is my go-to for technique. I have tried a few other methods, however, this one consistently come out very good. I so enjoy your presentation style! Thank you!
OMG I made your Starter from Rye Dark Flour and combined it with Bread Flour and then made a loaf of Sourdough Bread 🥪 followed your instructions to a T it turned out Amazing the taste was Wonderful. I could never develop a sourdough starter with your theral instructions I was able to. Thank You so very much....I wish I could send you a picture LOL 😂
Been making sourdough for quite a while, saw this video and thought I’d give it a try. Oh my goodness! Clear and soooo helpful. My loaves were out of this world!! Thank you so much. My family can’t stop talking about how fantastic and beautiful the bread is!!!!❤😅 Wish I could send pictures
Making sourdough for a while now, but it was a struggling process of trial and error, lots of errors :) your instructions are so clear and good, seems I reached my perfection thanks to your wisdom and very very clear instructions. Grateful!❤❤❤
I followed this to the letter and for the first time ever made beautiful sourdough. An excellent tutorial, easy to follow. Thankyou and well done Clean Food Living.
My grandmother used to make great bread and backed it in to a outdoor oven. For some reason's I was intimidated about it, but I promise to try. Thank you.
Wow! I score my boules exactly the same way as you do (not as perfectly though) and had not seen any demonstrations of this method until today. It has worked for me if I do the score just right of center like you did here. Also, I wait a minimum of 6 hours before I cut in to the bread, and preferably 8-12 hours. I have had damp bread when I waited just 4 or 5 hours. PS I use cold start method and it works perfectly. God bless.
I follow every detail of this video ( except the Dutch oven - I used an iron pot with metal lid covering the tiny holes with wrapped alo foil 😅) it turned out PERFECT! I wish I could share a photo 😂❤ I’m so happy, my first try ever! Thank you ❤
Just pulled my BEAUTIFUL loaf out of the oven!! Can’t wait to taste it. I’ve used sourdough for years, I’ve made loaves before but this looks amazing! Thank you!
I’ve been making sourdough bread for 15 years. There was nothing as clear as your presentation available to amateurs for the first ten of those years. Your process is clear and fully developed. It works. I had to discover much of what you present here by personal trial and much failure.
I’m just starting my starter, and I’m wondering, I’m going to be making a lot of sourdough bread, do I need a breadmaker ? I don’t have a mixer nor have I ever made or used any of these; do you think a breadmaker helps with kneading ? Or use a mixer ? Thanks ! ; )
If you use this method, no bread maker is necessary. Just your hands for a little bit. You only stretch & fold a few times. @@blessisrael6455
Hi, no you don't! You can make up to a dozen loaves a day by hand, without a mixer or bread maker
You often don't knead sourdough, only yeasted dough. Instead, after mixing everything, you'll do occasional stretch and folds, maybe 3 sets every 30m into bulk formation. (With yeasted bread, you'll mix everything and then knead for ~8min, then leave it alone for the rest of bulk formation.)
Before getting into sourdough I would recommend mastering yeasted dough, and watch lots of videos. I started with a channel called the Chain Baker on TH-cam -- he breaks every step down and makes bread baking so much easier to understand
@@blessisrael6455hopefully my replies above were helpful
I was new to sourdough and almost gave up because I couldn’t find a recipe that worked. Then I found this video and I made the best bread. Thank you so much for the clear instructions, it was soooo helpful for a newbie like me. I’m hooked now.
Wonderful!
Hi I’m sorry to bother you but I did I’ll you do but my in the last step to put it in the basket is sticky it’s very hard to make the shape can you please tell me what can I do fix that thank you
@@raquelmobile5085 Add a tad more flour (a little sprinkle at a time) until it is able to retain shape.
Thank you so much you a nice lady ❤
Anh ideas why the dough becomes more moist, soft and sticky after each rolling and folding step?
This is, hands down, the best tutorial on sourdough bread! Thank you!
I love how thorough, calm and precise you are - thank you
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Just wow, it's like attending a class with so much details from a well trained patient teacher which is rare.
What a perfect, pleasant and professional video presentation. No useless talk, clear, precise, direct instruction. I have a little patience for those videos were there is constant chatter and the host is trying to be a star. Thank you so much.
"CLEAR NON-RAMBLING INSTRUCTIONS" that's what caught my attention 1st, then you did it and so wonderfully, clear step by step. Any beginner would confidently go forward and make sourdough bread following your guidance. Thank you and I look forward to your other videos.
I have a starter from my Mom that I have been wanting to make into bread. Everytime I watch a sourdough bread tutorial, i just get more confused. I found your video, and it's like the clouds parted, and everything is clear! I'm waiting for my starter to peak on the counter so I can start your process. Thank you for a clear, step-by-step tutorial. I actually think I can make a successful loaf now! ❤️
I subscribed this week and let me tell you, that was the best and clearest sourdough bread demonstration I ever saw. Well done.
couldn't agree more!
I have been making sourdough for the past 5 years and this is the best how-to I have seen. Really great job, thank you.
I just finished my sourdough bread using the steps in this video and it was the best sourdough bread I have made thus far. I am a newbie to sourdough and I am so very proud of myself - thanks to your clear, concise, efficient teaching!! Thank you!!
I searched high and low for an instructive tutorial to learn the tricks of creating a beautiful sandwich loaf and came across your video last week. Yesterday, I followed your video step-by-step, often pausing to review using your recipe and the 2 loaves turned out beautifully! Thank you so much and I look forward to trying your other recipes. 🙏
Wonderful!
I have watched a lot of sourdough instructional videos and yours is by far the most informative!
I agree totally.
Thank you for such a clear step by step how to for making this sourdough bread. Your instructions give me a much better understanding of the internal processes that take place between the microorganisms, the handling and the resting phases.
I wish I found you from the beginning! I had to weed through so many things and so many confusing techniques. Yours is the best. Love everything about this!
Thank you... I am not new to sourdough but guessing I got lucky the first time I made a strong starter.. I had let my starter go when I moved and didn't think much of it at the time... I have all but all given up trying to make a new starter for the past three year coming to the conclusion my house was just haunted (LOL). I came across your trouble shooting your starter series and came to the conclusion that i was just experiencing an off ph balance issue. I thought again my starter had died doing nothing, but kept at it with 3 more days of discards and feeding with the 1:1:1 FEEDING SCHEDULE. It took 12 days to finally get a steady rise and follow.. The rubber band technique is genius. Just made my first loaf in this house after 4 years... I appreciate your video.
I love how smart, practical, straight- -to-the-point your instructions. My new favorite channel 😊
I cannot thank you enough for this recipe. My bread turned out beautiful!
Another beautiful video. Making sourdough bread makes me very happy and even though my husband and I rarely indulge, our neighbors and family are happy recipients of my bakes. Removing that lid and seeing the “oven spring” makes me smile every time. You are a gifted instructor and the illustrative shots are spot on. Thank you.
My husband triedmaking sourdough for the first time this month. He has zero baking experience. He watched some videos and read up a bit and decided to go with your videos. He was successful the FIRST time and is really enjoying himself. It is THE BEST sourdough I have EVER tasted. Thank you for these thoughtful videos!
That's amazing! So glad!
Beautiful!
I used to make all of our bread w a "no knead" recipe, which was always delicious, but not nearly as pretty as yours. And I could never figure out how to practically use my proofing basket.
I abandoned our starter when we became "empty nesters".
You've inspired me to go back to it, even if I end up giving away the bread often...❤
Thank you!
Made my first loaf with my starter and your instructions and it turned out beautifully. I’m blown away. I did not expect to have success on my first try ❤
I'm working on my first starter... ever.... I so want this to turn out. I just got done mastering a simple recipe using store yeast but wanted to know how to make bread if the supply chain breaks down further and we can't buy yeast or if hyperinflation hits and they charge $50.00 for it!
Thank you for your well executed video!
Success! This is the most straightforward set of instructions. I feel like a baking queen now!
Not only are the recipes good, but you are concise and to the point without any fluff or drama. I’m never led astray by your video posters & I always get what I expect. (Zero click bait)…
And I so appreciate your calm voice and positive attitude. Don’t take this the wrong way, but if there was a one hour video, I could watch to go to sleep by.
Thank you for your shared time and effort. You are a great teach.
Thank you for the kind words !
@CleanFoodLiving can I use a manual electric mixer? Thanks.
Outstanding! Not just the final product, but the filming, narration, editing, everything!
UPDATED REVIEW AFTER BAKING THE BREAD
many thanks again for such precise instructions
I made the bread yesterday throughout the morning and put it in the fridge until early today when it was baked
It was difficult to wait to cut it but I managed 1,5 hrs of cooling time ( probably needed a tiny longer to be fully cooled inside) It was beyond delicious and worth the time it took. I followed the video and the written recipe alongside. The brad had beautiful even air pockets and when biting into it felt bubbly almost like a crumpet. Again very worth the time. Now that I have done it once it will feel easily to do the steps without so much double checking
Hi!
A million thanks!
I did two with another recipe from a gut healing book and although it was fine the results I felt I needed more specific instructions, your was just what I needed
Often things like baking are being seem as an art yet with enough practice and guidance I believe we can all learn new things
Again a million thanks ❤❤❤
I am very new to sourdough bread making. I've spent the last month, carefully babying my starter and discards. I've read dozens of recipes and watched videos. BUT, your video was absolutely the most comprehensive, clear, and to the point. I made my first loaf yesterday, while watching your video. Kept replaying parts to be careful with the slap and fold, stretch and fold, etc. I put it in my oven on proof; I was sure I had messed it up because it seemed to take forever to rise. But after 6 hours, it had doubled . One thing I learned is that 6 hours was perhaps 30 min too long for the bulk rise. I prepped it, and put in fridge and baked it off this morning - it was so good!!!! Thank you for making such a great step by step video. I am excited to bake more.
Thanks for sharing your baking journey!
I love this. after 3 failed attempts why did I just see your videos now? Super clear and simple for beginners. Thank you
Well done video, Adrienna. I followed all your steps and was rewarded with an excellent loaf of sourdough bread. Thanks for sharing your recipe and baking techniques with everyone!
Folks, if this is your beginning journey to becoming a sourdough bread maker this is BY FAR THE BEST INSTRUCTION on how to do it. Believe me when I say that. I have watched many, many others. After watching this twice and trying Adrienne's method I will look no more for another method.
This is the first method I have seen that combines the slap & fold and the stretch & fold techniques. It makes all the difference to producing a wonderful, workable dough.
Wow, thanks!
Very clear instruction . Before this i tried to bake sourdough bread but fail. But following your step by step instructions, I succeed baking one. Now baking sourdough bread is my weekly routine. Thank you so much.
Let me start by saying so thankful I found this video, I have used your sourdough recipe twice now, first time made 1 Loaf the second time I challenged myself and made 2 and they came out perfect!!! Your video was so easy to follow and you didn’t make it complicated which I love. Love your content… 🥰
I’ve been trying to make a successful loaf for a long time. Your method is the first one that enabled me to make a beautiful sourdough. Thank you so much ❤
WONDERFUL!
Thank you Adrianna :) I just purchased a Dutch oven, a banneton basket, and a dough scraper. Bread making is labor intensive but now I will have the tools to make a beginner's loaf on a regular basis more simplified. I have an old scale from my Jenny Craig days, which was not built for heavy ingredients. Tomorrow I will make fermented salsa. You are right. This is a lot of fun. Enjoying what you do is a labor of love and I love bread :) I now look forward to what your new video has to share. You're just too sweet to have been a corporate suit. I'd never had believed it if you hadn't said so. You are homegrown and I love it :)
I can't wait for you to have your first Dutch oven loaf!😊
I am a total beginner to sourdough and your video was super helpful. This has such good instructions and tips. Thanks!
Excellent video. I also have been baking sourdough bread for a few years but picked up so many tips from your video. You are an excellent teacher. I love your thorough instructions and close detail of preparing your loaves. Well done.
My first attempt at sourdough and it’s a success, followed all the steps and the bread turned out to be perfect. Thank you for clear instructions
Great job!
During the time of the universal C-madness I had started making bread again...with Italian type sourdough (lievito madre) and ever since I do not buy bread anymore or use commercial yeast. I have dried some of my sourdough in a thin sheet in order to have a back-up should it go bad and I have sent it in a letter to friends...one batch to Texas, one to Canada, several to Germany. And I take it with me for longer gold-washing holidays. It has a pleasant smell of apple, even in the reconstituted batches.
When you start a sourdough, preferably take a flour that is not completely white, but with some bran in it and add a few drops of a sour fruit juice, any will do. This creates favorable conditions for the desired microorganisms.
This video finally did it for me. Calling out the steps that have more flexibility…really helped. Trying to time the proofing was a waste of effort. With that off my plate I spent a little more time on handling it properly throughout the day. 🎉
Excellent!
Just finished loaf number 2 from your sourdough starter thru baking. After many failed attempts from directions from “others” I have been successful! Thank you so much for your clear directions and demonstrations.
Thank you so much for your recipe and video. I made my first ever sourdough loaf following your instructions and it turned out beautifully on my first attempt.
Amazing! Congrats!
My dough was still sticky during the last “pull/stretch-for the final shaping stage. It was difficult to create tension since it was sticky. I did sprinkle more flour then just put it in the proofing bowl. It’s now in the refrigerator and my fingers are crossed it turns out. This video is the most concise/with thorough explanation.
You did the right thing by sprinkling with more flour👍
I love this video. I only have a 3 quart cast iron dutch oven, but the lid had enough room and my loaf came out gorgeous!
You are so articulate. By far the best "how to make something" video I have watched on the internet
One of the BEST Starter Videos explaining the SOURDOUGH Process that I have seen on TH-cam.
Definitely a Favorite here.
Great Detailed Explanation.
Th Ankh You
Thank you! U are so calm & precise. It’s easy to follow & you explain in detail. I’m happy I found your channel. I’m a beginner making sourdough. I was ready to give up, but I see I’m improving and I can’t stop now Thank you
I very rarely leave comments on anything, but I was all too inclined just to reach out and say "thank you" for your sourdough starter & sourdough bread videos. I'm new to cultivating wild yeast and sourdough's and have been scouring the internet all week for how-to's/tips/tricks with mixed results, and I am so grateful I came across your videos; they're so well done! You give JUST the right amount of technical information with perfect instructional techniques & bonus info. Thank you again! 😊
I'm so glad they are helping, it's my pleasure!
Following your instructions, I made a beautiful loaf of bread. My oven is not going up to 450 when it should, but I placed another thermometer inside to check the real temperature. It worked great. Thank you.
Wonderful!
Would love to see a whole wheat/spelt sourdough tutorial. Enjoying your videos!
same! just came back to here to see if she posted anything around that :)
Although my first attempt to make this recipe was not as good as it could have been (my starter was weak). The flavor was exceptional. I learned so much watching your videos and feel I can actually achieve success. Thank you for making the directions clear and concise. It took my starter over 2 weeks to get going really good, I almost gave up. I am using freshly milled rye for the starter and will use freshly milled white hard wheat to make the next loaf. So happy your channel was recommended to me. Shalom.
I'm so glad you didn't give up!
I’ve been researching to buy sourdough starter, and all the comments say that only the San Francisco starter using white flour works great, with many negative comments on GF and whole wheat starter….etc.
But, I did notice that people would buy the San Fran one and eventually use Rye or whole wheat; this interests me because I’m not a fan of eating white flour, even though her video of that bread looks absolutely delicious; I’m wondering about the health benefits of eating white flour sourdough bread……. I’m intrigued that a bread can be fermented, and I’m very curious to know how the Rye, Spelt and wheat turn out once the white flour starter settles, and also I bought organic coconut flour which I would LOVE to figure out how to use in sourdough; wonderful video !! ; )
I have made 3 loaves with other tutorials. The first was flat. The second was much better, but dense at the bottom. The third was wonderful and beautiful. I will make more with your method as I like how precise you are with the shaping. Some tips I learned were:
1. let the dough rest after the refrigeration process outside of the refrigerator while the oven preheats. 1/2 hour. I got a little more rise that way.
2. before scoring, spray the dough with water and sprinkle sesame seeds, oats, or barley over the dough. Score.
3. place a round cooling rack that fits tight inside the dutch oven which raises the dough off the floor and prevents burning.
Thank you so much. I created a starter three weeks ago. Found out that Rye is the magic for starter. Today I followed your instruction for my first loaf. We bake tomorrow. Hoping it’s a success.
First loaf following your instruction was perfect. I will say that a Rye starter is the way to go for a strong starter. And temperature for the starter to grow is really important. I baked at 9400 elevation in Colorado and made zero adjustment to your instructions. Thank you
That is great to hear!
Just wanted to say thank you for this fool proof recipe/technique. New to making sourdough and have struggled with inconsistent results. Since watching this and following your advice I’ve been getting fantastic results!!!
Wonderful to hear!
I can listen to yoh for hours. Calm and composed
WOW, I have watched TONS of SD breading making/Baking Videos & I MUST be honest…YOURS is the BEST! Easy & very thorough instructions! LOVE it!
You just made this so uncomplicated! . New to sourdough making so I’ve watch so many videos that seem so complicated and then I found you!….Blissful thank you
Oh that's wonderful! Happy sourdough making!
I buy sourdough bread from a friend. To save money I thought maybe I would make my own. After watching your video, I've decided this is a lot of work and time !! My friend is a pro and makes it perfect - so I think I'll just save my time and continue buying it from her. Good video though.
This is a true masterclass! Today is going to be the very first time I have made sourdough bread and your incredible thoroughness presented in a very kind and detailed way has reduced my anxiety about making mistakes quite a bit. So thank you! Fingers crossed, here I go
Good luck!😃
This has instantly become my favorite bread tutorial! Thank you.
Such a great video! Thank you for explaining it so thoroughly and making it not so intimidating!
Success - finally! Thanks.
After trying several other bread recipes, this one turned out the best for me. I’m an experienced bread baker, but sourdough is new to me. This one uses some of Bertinet’s method. I believe it works well for the beginner because it has a lower hydration ratio, giving you an easier to work dough to perfect the entire process. Sourdough builds strength differently than yeast based recipes.
Success! I’ll be making this again a few times before I venture into some variations.
I love the way you explained to us your bread recipe. I m sure its the best ever. I will give it a try instantly. Thank you for sharing with us. God bless you with your endeavours
I found you recently and I must say that your videos are excellent! Very detailed, step by step for beginners like me and at the same time, on point with no nonsense rambling! Thank you
Your video helped me remedy a problem I was causing unknowingly. Thank you for how well you break it down and cover what ifs and don't do's. Grateful 🙏
Amazing teaching video!!! I can’t sign her praise loud enough!
I’ve been baking sourdough for many years and have watched literally hundreds of videos on the subject. Yours is the most comprehensive and understandable video I’ve seen. The reusable baking mat with handles is a great idea. Will definitely be ordering one of those. Thanks.
First time trying .I'm so excited ! Tomorrow will be baking ❤
Wow, didn't realize all the folding, shaping that is required. Can't wait to try it
Thanks you giving clear presentation and explanation
Great video!! I made my second loaf today following your instructions and it turned out beautiful and delicious! Thank you!!
The only thing I will say is my dough hardly rose in the cold proof stage, and it was in there overnight for about 11 hours or so. My initial bulk rise lasted about 10-12 hours due to cooler room temp and it definitely doubled in size. The bread still turned out great but it was smaller than expected, your bread looked much bigger than mine!
Wonderful!🤩
Thank you for explaining this recipe I have been addicted to making this sourdough recipe.. than you so much..
Loving this video! So instructional and to the POINT.
My husband found your channel looking for kefir recipes and we like it very much.
Thank you for your explanation. Very clear and professional.
I am making sourdough bread for 5 years now, and I will definitely try your method.
And I will really love to see a whole wheat sourdough video if you want to do! ❤
Making now! Almost time for slap & folds! This is my 1st sourdough loaf! So excited
You are amazing, I have been baking, fermenting, sprouting etc for decades, but your wonderfully clear, precise instructions have not only revived my interest, but they have taken the results to a whole new level. I have just restored my desiccated sourdough starter and cannot wait to try your recipe and method! Should be good to go tomorrow. thank you so much!
Wonderful!
I am brand new to this and making my first loaf with your video. What size Dutch oven do you recommend? And can it be too large ?
Excellent video tutorial on making sourdough for a beginner. I am not sure why so many people overcomplicate their videos and instructions. I started my first Starter today and figure by next Thursday - Friday I will be ready to try your tutorial I am saving it. Thank you so much.
Fairly new to making sourdough (just a couple months now) and so far, I have had the best results following this instructional video. Very informative and clear instructions with amazing results. I don't know if it is because of the slap and fold or the overnight proof but after making a loaf yesterday and a boule this evening, even I was impressed with my results! Thank you very much for your help. It is nice to finally have success with my end results.
That's wonderful!!
Deeply grateful for this video and explanation. Tried soo many video recipes, even bought a book..and was still getting mixed results.
I have now used your recipe and guidance twice and it has turned out perfectly. I am so excited about my sourdough starter again that I even named her. Thank you 🙏
How exciting, that's wonderful!😊
This is my go-to for technique. I have tried a few other methods, however, this one consistently come out very good. I so enjoy your presentation style! Thank you!
OMG I made your Starter from Rye Dark Flour and combined it with Bread Flour and then made a loaf of Sourdough Bread 🥪 followed your instructions to a T it turned out Amazing the taste was Wonderful. I could never develop a sourdough starter with your theral instructions I was able to. Thank You so very much....I wish I could send you a picture LOL 😂
That is fantastic! Congratulations!🤩
YOU ARE HANDS DOWN THE BEST OF THE BEST!!!!
THANK YOUUUU....
Not sure what kindda mess I was doing until now!😊
Been making sourdough for quite a while, saw this video and thought I’d give it a try.
Oh my goodness! Clear and soooo helpful. My loaves were out of this world!! Thank you so much. My family can’t stop talking about how fantastic and beautiful the bread is!!!!❤😅
Wish I could send pictures
That is wonderful! Yes, I'd love to see a photo! You can send one to cleanfoodliving@yahoo.com
Thank you so much for your presentation. I’m new at baking sourdough, but I feel confident that I can do this!
Making sourdough for a while now, but it was a struggling process of trial and error, lots of errors :) your instructions are so clear and good, seems I reached my perfection thanks to your wisdom and very very clear instructions. Grateful!❤❤❤
I followed this to the letter and for the first time ever made beautiful sourdough. An excellent tutorial, easy to follow. Thankyou and well done Clean Food Living.
Wonderful!
My grandmother used to make great bread and backed it in to a outdoor oven. For some reason's I was intimidated about it, but I promise to try. Thank you.
I followed your instructions and my first sourdough boule was a success! Thank you!
Wonderful!🤩
I made my first sour dough bread following your steps. It turned out perfectly My family loved it. Thank You So Much !
Wonderful!
Beautiful instructions. Thank you.
I am new to making sourdough starters and bread but your steps made it so much easier. I have made the best bread ever!
That is wonderful to hear!
Great video - thank you. A linen lined banneton eliminates the need for rice flour.
This is the most informative and easiest instructions I’ve ever watched! Can’t wait to watch more of your videos this weekend!
wonderful teacher/chef/presenter, thank you
Wow! I score my boules exactly the same way as you do (not as perfectly though) and had not seen any demonstrations of this method until today. It has worked for me if I do the score just right of center like you did here. Also, I wait a minimum of 6 hours before I cut in to the bread, and preferably 8-12 hours. I have had damp bread when I waited just 4 or 5 hours. PS I use cold start method and it works perfectly. God bless.
You seem teach gently. Thank you, I think I’ll try baking my first loaf this weekend.
I am new to this I am a beginner, and I followed everything that was advised, and I am happy to say my results are amazing. Thank you so much.🎉
Wonderful!
I follow every detail of this video ( except the Dutch oven - I used an iron pot with metal lid covering the tiny holes with wrapped alo foil 😅) it turned out PERFECT! I wish I could share a photo 😂❤ I’m so happy, my first try ever! Thank you ❤
FANTASTIC!! So happy for you!
Just pulled my BEAUTIFUL loaf out of the oven!! Can’t wait to taste it.
I’ve used sourdough for years, I’ve made loaves before but this looks amazing! Thank you!
That is wonderful!
i've done my first sourdough following your guide. it turn out great..thank you for your video! helps a lot and couldnt make it without your help.
That's wonderful!🥰
I did it, my loaf came out beautifully for the first time. I almost gave up, never had success before. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! 🌸
Wonderful!