Romanesque Sourdough!

Romanesque Sourdough!

This weekend, I decided to do some baking.  I have some other things to show you guys, but this was by far my favorite.


Once again, I'm adapting a recipe from Pass the Garum, which is an excellent source of information and you guys should really check it out.

Historical Accuracy:  Well, the original recipe is a 10/10, so if you follow the link, you're perfect.  I made a few changes to make it somewhat more "accessible," so call it a 7/10 here.

How's it Taste?  Do you like sourdough bread?  Because you'll like this.  The spelt flour adds something nice, although you can totally just use unbleached or whole wheat flour if you can't find spelt.

Difficulty:  The only hard part is waiting.  4/10 at the best.

Ingredients:
2 cups unbleached or whole wheat flour
2 cups spelt flour
1 cup water
1 packet yeast
1/4 cup sourdough starter (here's a recipe)
1/4 cup honey
Pinch of salt

Proof the yeast and sourdough in separate bowls with a little flour, some water, and some honey.  Let sit for 10 minutes and watch the bubbles!

Mix everything together.  Let sit 2+ hours until doubled.  Knead down.  Let sit 2+ hours.  Shape into a loaf and put on a floured pan.  Score the top.  Let rise a bit, then bake at 425F for 20-25 minutes.

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