Sugar supports yeast fermentation and contributes to a beautiful, deep crust color. Without sugar, fermentation wouldn’t be as strong or effective as it needs to be to raise bread dough. While it can sweeten …
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Experiment: Using Sourdough Starter Past Peak
Caitlin VincentUpdated on Leave a Comment on Experiment: Using Sourdough Starter Past Peak8 min readWhile I’ve done it plenty of times, using my starter past its peak is something I stopped doing when I began paying close attention to its health and maintenance. When a starter falls, that means …
Sourdough Starter Maintenance
I used to think that maintaining a sourdough starter was easy and versatile. In truth, it can be if you want it to be. However, the level of care you give your starter directly correlates to the quality of bread …