If you’re looking to get into making sourdough, here are a few of my recommendations that have worked for me! It is my new fav hobby!
Sections
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Bowls
Utensils
Ingredients
Learning
Bowls
These can help with proofing if you want to cold proof, or regular proof on the counter too.
9 Inch Bread Banneton Proofing Basket
You can always use good mixing bowls! For sourdough mixing, storing, proofing, and more!
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Mixing Bowls - Target
Utensils
Always scrape the bowl clean!
Baking Scraper
I use spatulas to mix my dough. I also use a smaller spatula to mix my starter!
Spatulas / Cooking Utensils: Home & Kitchen
You don’t need to have one- but they are a true blessing. My Dutch oven is my favorite kitchen necessity. Definitely worth the investment.
Dutch Ovens Shop - Le Creuset
I use containers to store my flour to keep it more fresh!
Flour Container
This is for making designs on your bread
Bread Scoring Tool
I cover my bowls with shower caps while they proof! It works well and allows air flow.
Auban 100PCS Disposable Shower Caps
Always measure your ingredients!
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Measuring Cups
Always always always measure your ingredients- most recipes have you measure in grams. This makes it easier because its converts it for you.
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Digital Kitchen Scales
This is not a necessity- I use a spatula and my hands mostly but it does help incorporate the ingredients easier with less mess!
Dough Whisk | King Arthur Baking Company
Cool your bread on a rack rather than in the hot Dutch oven, this gives it the space to cool correctly before cutting and enjoying.
Shop Cooling Racks for your Favorite Baking Goods | Nordic Ware
I use parchment paper to place my bread on in my Dutch oven rather than the silicone ones. It works well and you can just throw it away when you’re done!
Parchment paper
I use ice in my Dutch oven while baking- this adds more steam and keeps heat trapped inside to help your loaf grow!
Ice Cube Tray With Lid
Ingredients
This is the brand I use- it is amazing. The quality, taste, and gut friendly!
Bread Flour | King Arthur Baking Company
This is what I use in my starter!
All-Purpose Flour - King Arthur Baking Company
Organic sea salt has no extra added ingredients. It is worth a few extra bucks!
Organic Sea Salt
I use distilled water rather than tap water. I feel it makes a difference compared to my city water.
Happy Belly Distilled Water, 128 fl oz
Learning
Reading others stories can help your process be easier! It can also help get you new recipes to try and experiment with.
Looking for sourdough cookbook recommendations - Reddit
