In this hands-on class, you'll uncover the secrets behind turning simple ingredients—flour, water, and salt — into flavorful, crusty loaves, with the help of wild yeasts and bacteria!

Led by Illinois Extension Educators, Nick Frillman and Jenna Smith, this workshop is designed for sourdough beginners eager to delve into the world of sourdough baking.

Throughout the session, you'll explore the fundamental steps of sourdough bread-making. From creating and nurturing your own sourdough starter culture, to gluten development, proofing, and shaping, you'll gain a better understanding of the entire sourdough bread-making process – which the educators will demonstrate.

Expect an interactive and inclusive atmosphere, where questions are encouraged, and troubleshooting common challenges becomes part of the learning process. At the end of the class, you'll walk away with your very own jar of sourdough starter, as well as a helpful list of resources with which to continue your bread-making journey at home. 

The cost for this program is $10 per person or $15 for two people (pricing deal of $15 for two people includes just one jar of sourdough starter and class materials). Register online or by calling the McLean County Extension Office at (309) 663-8306.