Recipe: Simple Artisan Sourdough BreadDescription: A beginner-friendly sourdough bread recipe that yields a light and airy loaf with a crisp crust using just a few basic ingredients.Serves: 8 people Total Time: 840Difficulty: Easy to follow Ingredients needed: 150 g sourdough starter, 250 g water, 25 g olive oil, 10 g salt, 0.25 cup cornmealInstructions: In a large bowl, mix 150 g sourdough starter, 250 g warm water, and 25 g olive oil with a fork. Add 500 g bread flour and 10 g salt. Mix with a fork until the dough becomes stiff, then use your hands to form a rough ball. Cover and let rest for 30-60 minutes. Cover the bowl with lightly oiled plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm spot until it has nearly doubled in size. This can take 3-12 hours depending on the environment. Optionally, perform a series of stretch and folds every hour during bulk rise to strengthen the dough. Lightly flour a surface and place the dough on it. Cut the dough in half for two loaves or keep it whole. Shape each piece into a tight ball using a bench knife. Coat the bottom of a Dutch oven with cornmeal or use parchment paper. Place the shaped dough inside, cover, and let rise for 30-60 minutes until slightly puffy. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Before baking, score the dough with a shallow slash about 2-3 inches long. Place the pot in the oven, reduce the temperature to 400°F (204°C), and bake for 20 minutes with the lid on. Remove the lid and bake for an additional 40 minutes until golden brown. Cool the bread on a wire rack for at least an hour before slicing.Perfect for: Meal planning, weekly preparation, home cooking Tags: bread, baking, vegan, AmericanThis Simple Artisan Sourdough Bread recipe is designed for easy meal planning and preparation. It serves 8 people and can be made in 840 minutes. Great for weekly meal prep and family dinners.