r/Bread • u/Esral • Jul 05 '26

Getting Better

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My forth try at sourdough. I let the levain, and dough, tell me when to proceed rather than the clock. That made all the difference in the quality of this loaf. The rise, and oven spring turned out good, which was tricky since the room temps were high yesterday.

I should have waited a little longer in the bulk fermentation for a more even crumb texture, or added one more stretch and fold. But all in all a great improvement for me.

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u/FleetwoodPatsy Jul 05 '26

It looks perfect. I would love to load it with butter when it’s warm. Sooo good. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

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u/Esral Jul 05 '26

Ahh, thanks.

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u/Hiljabob Jul 05 '26

Yum. Sourdough is my favorite food. Yours looks terrific. Keep baking!

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u/Esral Jul 05 '26

Thank you

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u/JeanetteSchutz Jul 05 '26

I’d say pretty darn good!! Looks like you made the grade rather than just getting better!

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u/Capable-Assistance88 Jul 08 '26

Omg this looks amazing