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Discard Sandwich Bread

A delightful way to use sourdough starter discard to create a soft, tender loaf perfect for sandwiches and toast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup sourdough starter discard at room temperature
  • 1 cup warm water about 110°F
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan (9x5 inches)
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Oven mitts
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sourdough starter discard, warm water, and olive oil.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring with a rubber spatula until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air and turn it onto a floured surface.
  7. Shape it into a loaf by flattening it into a rectangle and rolling it tightly.
  8. Place the shaped dough into a greased loaf pan, cover it again, and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
  9. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the bread for 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

This bread is perfect for sandwiches and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.