Back in the saddle again...
Well, thanks all for helping me get the new starter to a point where I could bake with it again!
This is boule #4 of Susan's Ultimate Sourdough. The first 3 were certainly edible, but lacked much fragrance and character. This boule was by far the best, and was baked this morning (700g after baking). Gone is the bitter overtones, replaced with a much creamier sour. We're getting there! This is an all AP version of the recipe, as it lends itself to be able to taste just the starter without any complexities. Will probably need at least another week or two before I get to a starter profile that will prompt me to do some serious bulk baking again, but in the meantime, this is entirely acceptable for the family. I must confess I fell asleep and it ended up slightly over-proofed, but no disaster. I also am trying to get used to my new oven, so I think I'll increase the heat a little bit. The core hit 207 F but I like a little darker crust. I'm thinking maybe some clam chowder tonight to celebrate.
Speaking of that, anyone have an idea for a good way to make those sourdough bowls for soups? Is there a special banneton for those, or can you rig something to act like one?
Thanks again!
- Keith
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Hello Keith, How nice to see you 'smiling' loaf; love the squiggly scoring, too.
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Hi!
Thanks, yeah I didn't really notice, but you're right.. at that angle, it's grinning ear to ear... which looks like my little boy eating this, except he has butter from ear to ear as well ; )
In the downtime waiting for the starter over the past weeks, I've been watching a lot of videos (getting caught up) and I tried a few new scoring strokes. They aren't supposed to go together like that, but hey, we're just experimenting and having fun getting re-aquainted with the routine and the tools. Glad it made you smile, and thanks for commenting!
- Keith