Learn simple steps to create your own starter with just flour and water.
Dive into sourdough fermentation's long history and science and learn how to make your starter with two simple ingredients: flour and water. We’ll discuss the benefits of using local grain flour and walk you through creating and maintaining a sourdough starter.
Check out additional workshops in this series:
Discover the secrets to turning simple ingredients such as flour, water, and salt into delicious, crusty sourdough bread using wild yeasts and bacteria in this two-part webinar series presented by University of Illinois Extension. Perfect for beginners, this series will guide you through the art and science of sourdough baking.
From Flour to Ferment: Sourdough Starter Essentials | Nov. 26 at noon.
Dive into sourdough fermentation's long history and science and learn how to make your starter with two simple ingredients: flour and water. We’ll discuss the benefits of using local grain flour and walk you through creating and maintaining a sourdough starter.
Rise and Shine: Sourdough Bread-Making Essentials | Dec. 6 at noon.
Why is sourdough bread so popular? Learn the benefits of sourdough and explore the fundamental steps to making your sourdough bread. We’ll talk about gluten development, bulk fermenting, and hydration. Plus, we’ll demonstrate proper shaping for the best oven rise to impress your friends.
