seeded sourdough bread

How To Make seeded sourdough bread

• Step 1
  Feed your starter 4 to 12 hours before starting the bread. Combine the water and flour in a large bowl. Let sit for 30 minutes.
• Step 2
  Add the sourdough starter and salt. Mix well by hand until the dough comes together. Cover and let sit 30 minutes.
• Step 3
  Stretch and fold 6 times with 15 minutes in between each stretch and fold.
• Step 4
  On the fourth fold, add the seeds to the dough.
• Step 5
  Once the stretch and fold is completed, place the dough in an oiled bowl.
• Step 6
  Cover and let sit and let it sit in a warm place for 6 to 8 hours until it has doubled in size.
• Step 7
  Prepare a lightly floured surface. Shape the dough into a ball and let sit out uncovered for 20 minutes.
• Step 8
  Transfer to a banneton basket or tea towel-lined bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 12 to 15 hours.
• Step 9
  Place your Dutch oven in a 500 degree for 1 hour. Take the topping seeds and mix them well on a plate.
• Step 10
  Rub some water on the top of your bread, then sprinkle the seeds on top of the bread.
• Step 11
  Place a little flour in your Dutch oven. Score the top of the bread with a razor or sharp knife.
• Step 12
  Place the bread in the Dutch oven. Cover and bake for 20 minutes.
• Step 13
  Remove the lid and reduce the heat to 475 degrees. Back another 25 minutes. Let it sit for 2 hours before cutting.
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