Sourdough

[Marie2020]

The thing that gave mine a jump start was adding some wheat flour to it. It got active really quick after that.

Good thinking. I'll do this when I get out again. I've used rye flour with a touch of fresh pineapple juice.
It's stopped bubbling but smells good so I've gone ahead and I have a loaf in the oven right now it will turn out ok

 

[Marie2020]

My house is cool , stays in the low 60's

My home is cool as well. I think this was my problem. I don't leave the heating on when I sleep.

 

[The Porch]

My home is cool as well. I think this was my problem. I don't leave the heating on when I sleep.

Ya, its cool in here this morning, I didnt build a fire. Cool enough my hands are cold I'll build one after I go let the hens out of the coop,
but,,,,,,
Me thinks one more cup of coffee first

 

[Marie2020]

Ya, its cool in here this morning, I didnt build a fire. Cool enough my hands are cold I'll build one after I go let the hens out of the coop,
but,,,,,,
Me thinks one more cup of coffee first

What I did this morning was placed my loaf into the oven on gas mark 1, and left the door open. Took it out for a stretch then put it into the pot before it was going too be baked then leaving it in the oven one more same on setting for 20 minutes before putting up the heat.

It was proofing in the cool temperature in my kitchen in between stretching it from 3am until 11. It's looking okay too me but have to wait before I can taste it.

By the way I added a couple of drops of iodine and yogurt this time with a fair amount of pumkin and flaxseeds

 

[Marie2020]

What I did this morning was placed my loaf into the oven on gas mark 1, and left the door open. Took it out for a stretch then put it into the pot before it was going too be baked then leaving it in the oven one more same on setting for 20 minutes before putting up the heat.

It was proofing in the cool temperature in my kitchen in between stretching it from 3am until 11. It's looking okay too me but have to wait before I can taste it.

By the way I added a couple of drops of iodine and yogurt this time with a fair amount of pumkin and flaxseeds

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That was well worth the time and effort.

All thanks too Ron from Byc. I would never have attempted sourdough if it wasn't for him

 

[The Porch]

What I did this morning was placed my loaf into the oven on gas mark 1, and left the door open. Took it out for a stretch then put it into the pot before it was going too be baked then leaving it in the oven one more same on setting for 20 minutes before putting up the heat.

It was proofing in the cool temperature in my kitchen in between stretching it from 3am until 11. It's looking okay too me but have to wait before I can taste it.

By the way I added a couple of drops of iodine and yogurt this time with a fair amount of pumkin and flaxseeds

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It looks great!!! I have never heard of putting iodine and yogurt in,,, how come?

 

[Marie2020]

I find iodine helps me with my immune system, same for my cat and dog but they have a different form of it that suits them.
It's got me through the flu and colds and I use it on wounds.

Apparently it also help to fortify the bread. I think it used to be added but isn't anymore

 

[Trying2keepitReal]

anyone make tortillas with their discarded part of the starter? I have 1 more day to go and then I can use it for some non-rising items. I have never done this before so I am hoping you veterans can help

 

[Marie2020]

anyone make tortillas with their discarded part of the starter? I have 1 more day to go and then I can use it for some non-rising items. I have never done this before so I am hoping you veterans can help

I've never made tortillas

 

[baymule]

What I did this morning was placed my loaf into the oven on gas mark 1, and left the door open. Took it out for a stretch then put it into the pot before it was going too be baked then leaving it in the oven one more same on setting for 20 minutes before putting up the heat.

It was proofing in the cool temperature in my kitchen in between stretching it from 3am until 11. It's looking okay too me but have to wait before I can taste it.

By the way I added a couple of drops of iodine and yogurt this time with a fair amount of pumkin and flaxseeds

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Not fair! Posting this picture of perfect bread, look how crusty and yummy! if you were within driving distance, I'd be on your doorstep with a jar of home made wild plum jam! It is a little far to swim...........