Best 2 Speedy Sourdough French Bread Recipes

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SPEEDY "SOURDOUGH" FRENCH BREAD

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This is my version of a cheater sourdough. I've never had much luck keeping a starter alive, so for me this is the answer. The bread has a nice tanginess very like real sourdough. This recipe comes out well using the bread machine to make the dough. And the recipe may be cut in half for a single loaf.

Provided by Aurora McBee

Categories Savory Breads

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4-5 c all purpose flour
1 c very warm water (130 degrees)
1 c sour cream, room temp
2 Tbsp white vinegar
1 Tbsp sugar
2 tsp salt
4-1/2 tsp fast acting yeast

Steps:

1. Mix together warm water, sour cream, and vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl combine 1 cup flour, sugar, salt, and yeast. Add sour cream mixture to flour mixture. Blend together on low speed until moistened. Continue to blend on medium speed for 3-4 minutes.
3. By hand stir in 2-3 more cups of flour until dough pulls cleanly away from bowl.
4. On a well-floured surface knead in additional 1-2 cups of flour until dough is smooth and elastic. Place dough ball in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap and a clean dish towel. Let rise in a warm (80-85 degree) place until doubled. Approx. 30 minutes.
5. Grease a large sheet pan. Punch down dough and divide in half. Roll each half into a 14x8 rectangle. Roll, starting from a long side. Pinch seam and ends closed. Place seam side down on baking sheet. I have also shaped these loaves into rounds, typical of sourdough bread.
6. With a sharp knife make 4-5 1/4 inch deep diagonal slashes in the top of each loaf. Cover with clean dish towel and let rise in warm place until doubled again. (Approx. 20 min.)
7. Heat oven to 375*. Bake 30-35 minutes until golden and hollow sounding when tapped. Remove loaves immediately to a wire rack to cool.
8. **NOTE: I often make this dough in my bread machine. Add ingredients in the order prescribed by your machine manufacturer and use the dough setting. I usually add 4 cups of flour to start. After the first rise, knead in any additional flour to obtain the standard elastic dough. Rest dough five minutes before rolling out and continue at Step 5.

PLAIN AND SIMPLE SOURDOUGH BREAD

Plain and Simple Sourdough Bread image

Simple sourdough bread for the bread machine.

Provided by Jennifer Meakings

Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes Sourdough Bread Recipes

Time 3h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

¾ cup warm water (110 degrees F/45 degrees C)
1 cup sourdough starter
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 ⅔ cups bread flour
1 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

Add all ingredients in order suggested by your manufacturer.
Select white bread setting and push start.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 0.1 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, Sodium 295.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

Use a sourdough starter that is active and bubbly. This will ensure that your bread rises properly.
If you don't have a sourdough starter, you can make one using the instructions in the recipe. It will take about 7 days to make a sourdough starter from scratch.
Be patient. Sourdough bread takes longer to rise than traditional yeast bread. But the wait is worth it - sourdough bread has a delicious, complex flavor that is unmatched by other types of bread.
Don't over-knead the dough. Over-kneading will make the bread tough.
Use a Dutch oven to bake the bread. This will create a steamy environment that will help the bread to rise and develop a crispy crust.
Let the bread cool completely before slicing and serving. This will help the bread to retain its moisture and flavor.

Conclusion:

Sourdough French bread is a delicious and versatile bread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a relatively healthy bread, as it is made with whole wheat flour and contains beneficial bacteria. If you are looking for a new bread to try, I highly recommend sourdough French bread. It is definitely worth the effort!