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Sourdough Autolyse 101

January 8, 2025 3 Comments
Learn all you need to know about Autolyse in this detailed sourdough guide. The guide…
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How to Dry Sourdough Starter to Last Forever

March 26, 2024 2 Comments
Learn how to dry sourdough starter so you can pause feedings. This guide walks through…
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A small sourdough starter in a Weck jar with another jar and fern in the background.

How to Maintain a Small Sourdough Starter

December 28, 2023 No Comments
Learn how and why you should maintain a small sourdough starter, including tips and the…
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Jar of sourdough levain with text saying "What is a Sourdough Levain" and the Sourdough Brandon logo.

What is a Sourdough Levain?

September 7, 2023 21 Comments
What is a sourdough levain and how is it different from sourdough starter and sourdough…
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Sourdough Grilled Cheese

July 20, 2023 8 Comments
This is your ultimate guide to making the best Sourdough Grilled Cheese! The guide walks…
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Sourdough Ears 101

March 3, 2023 5 Comments
Learn everything you need to know about sourdough ears in this comprehensive guide, including what…
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Sourdough Discard 101

January 17, 2023 21 Comments
Learn everything you need to know about sourdough discard in this comprehensive guide, including the…
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Tools needed to bake sourdough bread including Challenger Bread Pan, Thermapen, Bench Scraper, Scale, Bread Lames, and Bannetons

Sourdough Tools and Equipment

November 8, 2022 1 Comment
This sourdough tools list covers all the tools a sourdough bread baker needs, including Dutch…
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Sourdough Bulk Fermentation 101

June 1, 2022 68 Comments
Understand sourdough bulk fermentation with this detailed guide. Learn signs when bulk fermentation is complete…
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Bubbly, doubled, and active sourdough starter in glass Mason Jar

Top 10 Sourdough Starter Tips for Success

May 21, 2022 27 Comments
Make a stronger sourdough starter with these top sourdough starter tips including how to feed,…
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My Everyday Sourdough Bread Recipe

February 28, 2022 109 Comments
Bake delicious, homemade sourdough bread with this sourdough recipe for home bakers. This detailed guide…
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How to Make a Sourdough Starter

January 31, 2022 30 Comments
Make a sourdough starter from scratch with this comprehensive and simple guide! Follow these step-by-step…
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