Rustic Herb Garden Sourdough
Prep
20 minutes
Cook
50 minutes
Servings
8
Kcal
220
* 500g bread flour
* 350ml water
* 150g sourdough starter
* 10g salt
* 2 tablespoons olive oil
* 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
* 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
* 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
* 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1. In a large bowl, mix the bread flour and salt together.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the water, sourdough starter, and olive oil. Mix until the starter is dissolved.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
4. Add the chopped herbs and garlic powder to the dough, kneading to incorporate them evenly.
5. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
6. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 4-6 hours, or until doubled in size.
7. Once the dough has risen, gently deflate it and shape it into a round loaf.
8. Place the shaped loaf on a parchment-lined baking sheet and cover it again to proof for another 1-2 hours.
9. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) with a Dutch oven inside for 30 minutes before baking.
10. Carefully remove the hot Dutch oven, place the loaf inside (you can score the top for a decorative effect), and cover with the lid.
11. Bake for 30 minutes covered, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing.