Sourdough Bread

Where did sourdough bread originate from ?

• It originated from Switzerland
• The bread is popular in the northern half of Europe
• One of the oldest sourdough breads dates back to 3700 BCE
• The origin of sourdough fermentation likely relates to the origin of agriculture in the Fertile Crescent several thousands years ago

How to prepare sourdough

• Mix sourdough starter
• Next mix flour and salt together with sourdough starter
• Add one cup of water then more as needed to make moist bread dough
• Knead dough until it passes the "window pane test"
• Bake at 400 degrees for 30-60 minutes

''Window pane test'' for dough

• It is one of the best ways to tell if you have kneaded your bread enough. It is basically lets you know how your gluten development is coming along. You can perform the test after five minutes of kneading especially when your bread dough is feeling stretchy.

how is sourdough healthy

• The sourdough prevents the effects of phytic acid and makes the bread easier for us to digest
• These phytic acid molecules bind with other minerals which are important nutrients that are unavailable to us

diabetics can benefit from eating sourdough

• It has a low glycemic index, which means it will not spike your blood sugar
• Studies have shown that eating sourdough for breakfast will also help you process your lunch in a more beneficial way

Commercial yeasted breads require the addition of oils, sweeteners, conditioners, and preservatives to improve flavor sourdough doesn't need none of that

sourdough is natural

• Sourdough bread is made with wild yeast, bacteria, and whole grain flour is the oldest and most original form of leavened bread
• Also is a form of ancient art it is only natural that we eat it opposed to other breads

you can make plenty of things with sourdough

• Pancakes
• Waffles
• Tortillas
• Crackers
• Desserts
• Muffins
• Pie Crust
• Main Dishes

is all sourdough bread gluten free ?

• Wheat bread may be making a comeback for the gluten intolerant thanks to new research on sourdough
• It turns out this old fashioned baking technique may help break down gluten in wheat
• Sourdough is not only good for baking but may also help heal the gut in those newly diagnosed with celiac disease

why was sourdough invented

• Bread production relied on the use of sourdough as an leavening agent for most of human history
• That use of leavening dates back to 150 years
• Bread made from 100% rye flour is popular in the northern half of Europe

I enjoy sourdough bread it tastes great and goes good with anything it's the best bread I ever tasted