Sourdough bread isn’t complicated to make, but part of what makes it easy is having the right tools and supplies for the job. Many of the things in this list are are things that you may already have. There is no need to buy another kitchen scale, for example, if you already have one that you like. Some things in the list are required, but have alternatives that you may already own. I’m going to try to put these in the order you will use them in a typical sourdough bread process. Sourdough Starter – In case you don’t have …
Sourdough – Bread (75% Hydrated)
Hello everyone, it’s Dave. It is my intention to provide sourdough bread recipes that are actually recipes. Each recipe will provide you a convenient link to the Sourdough Index which has links to several educational and process related posts that don’t belong with the recipes. For information about the things I used to make these, the Sourdough Equipment post is where you can go for all the details. Each recipe will be named in a way that gives you a good sense of how it is made, because the process is essentially identical even with several variables all being changed. …
Beans and Pasta Caesar Salad
It’s starting to feel like Spring with warmer temperatures and I’m craving salads. I still crave pizza and ice cream, but it’s all about moderation. In the meantime, I’m going to take advantage of my salad obsession while it lasts. I wanted a healthier Caesar salad, i.e. remove the buttery croutons (which is arguably the best part of a Caesar salad). I replaced them with little pasta shells. Pasta added to lettuce salad is surprisingly wonderful. I don’t feel like I’m eating a “salad.” Keep in mind that this is not a pasta salad though, it’s just got essence of …
Chocolate Chip Black and White Cookies
February 22nd is my blog’s 7th anniversary! (Blogiversary?) Wow, just wow! 717 published posts and I’m still going. I seriously can’t believe it. In honor of such occasion, I’m sharing these fancy black and white cookies today. Every blogiversary post has something to do with chocolate so I’m continuing with the tradition. These are not just any ordinary black and white cookies. They are filled them with miniature chocolate chips. Excited? I know I am! The traditional black and white cookie originated from a NYC bakery and is an iconic cookie. These large cake-like cookies are coated with a thick …
Fajita Chicken Bake
Winner, winner, chicken dinner. Sorry, I had to go there. This chicken and rice dish is very easy and quick to put together. All you need to do is chop up a few veggies, throw everything into a baking dish, and pop it in the oven. I love one pan recipes because it means that I don’t have to wash a lot of dishes. It’s the little victories. Not only is this an easy one pan wonder, it tastes really good. The chicken and veggies are full of fajita flavors. Think of traditional chicken fajitas, but instead of tortillas there’s …
