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A jar of matured sourdough starter.

How to Convert a Yeast Recipe to Sourdough

Can you convert a yeast recipe into a sourdough recipe? Although it may seem intimidating at first, making... Read on toHow to Convert a Yeast Recipe to Sourdough.

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Sourdough Starter Feeding Ratios

Maintaining a sourdough starter requires regular feedings to keep the active culture of yeasts and... Read on to Sourdough Starter Feeding Ratios.

Sourdough Home and a jar of starter

Sourdough Home FAQ

So, you've got your hands on a new Sourdough Home and have some questions? Or maybe you've heard about this game-changing tool and want to know more... Read on to Sourdough Home FAQ: Starter Maintenance Tips and Best Practices.

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Sourdough Starter 101

Sourdough starter is the cornerstone of every sourdough bread, and understanding it is crucial for successful baking. Whether you're stepping.... Read on to Sourdough Starter 101.

Croissants on a plate

What is Laminated Dough?

Maintaining a vigorous and healthy starter is key to achieving great results with your sourdough bread. Understanding the needs of your starter... Read on to How to Use the Sourdough Home.

Flaky plain croissant on a plate

How To Level Up Your Lamination

Crafting homemade croissants and cruffins is both a delightful challenge and a rewarding project... Read on to How To Level Up Your Lamination: Our Tips for Flaky Perfection.

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Part I — How to Make Sourdough More (or Less) Sour

Whether you’re looking for a mild sourdough to pair with butter or a tangy, full-flavored bread that will stand up to a rich soup or... Read on to Part I — How to Make Sourdough More (or Less) Sour.

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Part II — How to Make Sourdough More (or Less) Sour

This second part in our Sourdough Series takes our Country Sourdough Recipe and uses the concepts covered in part one to push that bread in... Read on to Part II — How to Make Sourdough More (or Less) Sour.

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How to Use the Sourdough Home

Maintaining a vigorous and healthy starter is key to achieving great results with your sourdough bread. Understanding the needs of your starter... Read on to How to Use the Sourdough Home.

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Sourdough Starter: From Creation to Maintenance

Creating a sourdough starter is an act of pure alchemy, transforming the simplest ingredients into a universe of... Read on to Sourdough Starter: From Creation to Maintenance.

Loaf of homemade sourdough bread

Beginner’s Sourdough Bread

Congratulations–your sourdough starter is finally matured and you’re finally ready to bake your first loaf! We’ll guide you through your very first bake with... Read on to Beginner’s Sourdough Bread.

Dough in a loaf pan is being placed inside the proofer.

Tips for Getting the Most out of Your Proofer

The Folding Proofer & Slow Cooker allows you to control the environment for more consistent & reliable results. Whether you're proofing dough... Read on to Tips for Getting the Most out of Your Proofer.

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How to Make Better No-Knead Bread

No-Knead bread is justifiably popular due to its ease and good results. In side-by-side tests, we discovered that 90 seconds of extra work, plus a few... Read on to how-to-make-better-no-knead-bread.

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Homemade Bread

Whether you are a novice bread maker or an experienced enthusiast, the Proofer is a tool that helps ensure a flavorful, open-textured bread that is ready when you... Read on to homemade-bread.

Risen dough in a glass bowl

Bread Rising Tips

With the touch of a button you can select a temperature for rising bread that fits your needs. At lower temperatures breads take longer to rise but develop... Read on to Bread Rising Tips.

Slices of cinnamon raisin bread

Homemade Bread

Whether you are a novice bread maker or an experienced enthusiast, the Proofer is a tool that helps ensure a flavorful, open-textured bread that is ready when you... Read on to homemade-bread.

Risen dough in a glass bowl

Bread Rising Tips

With the touch of a button you can select a temperature for rising bread that fits your needs. At lower temperatures breads take longer to rise but develop... Read on to Bread Rising Tips.

Sourdough starter in a glass jar

Tips for Getting the Most out of Your Proofer

The Folding Proofer & Slow Cooker allows you to control the environment for more consistent & reliable results. Whether you're proofing dough... Read on to Tips for Getting the Most out of Your Proofer.

Slices of cinnamon raisin bread

Homemade Bread

Whether you are a novice bread maker or an experienced enthusiast, the Proofer is a tool that helps ensure a flavorful, open-textured bread that is ready when you... Read on to homemade-bread.

No-knead bread sliced

How to Make Better No-Knead Bread

No-Knead bread is justifiably popular due to its ease and good results. In side-by-side tests, we discovered that 90 seconds of extra work, plus a few... Read on to how-to-make-better-no-knead-bread.

Dehydrating

Dehydrated sourdough start in a jar in front of the Sahara Dehydrator

Dehydrating and Rehydrating Sourdough Starter

The long days of summer are known for many things, but baking sourdough bread may not be at the top of the list. Hot kitchens... Read on to Dehydrating and Rehydrating Sourdough Starter.

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How to Make Your Own Homemade Herbal Tea

Using herbs, fruits, and spices in our cooking is second nature, but these fragrant ingredients can also be used to make your own homemade... Read on to How to Make Your Own Homemade Herbal Tea.

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Dehydrating Spices

Drying spices and herbs is a centuries-old technique for preserving and using plants for medicinal benefits as well as enhancing the flavor of food—not to mention... Read on to Dehydrating Spices.

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Dehydrating Vegetables

Not only are dried vegetables a tasty addition to your pantry, but dehydrating your own produce is a convenient and economical solution... Read on to Dehydrating Vegetables.

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Dehydrating Fruit

Drying your own fruit is a wonderful way to preserve food and avoid wasting extra produce before it goes bad. In addition to its nutritive benefit... Read on to Dehydrating Fruit.

Fresh herbs placed on stainless steel trays in the Sahara Dehydrator

Dehydrating Herbs

Dried herbs have been used for centuries for their medicinal properties, and historically were preserved in small bundles throughout the home. While this method... Read on to Dehydrating Herbs.

Two kinds of Fruit Leather

How to Make Fruit Leather

Fruit leather is a tasty, wholesome snack convenient for taking on the go or whenever hunger strikes. Best of all, making fruit leather only requires a small amount of hands-on time... Read on to How to Make Fruit Leather.

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Fermentation & Culturing

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The Science of Great Yogurt

Our yogurt method is based on the principles in Harold McGee’s On Food and Cooking, and on the research by professors W.J. Lee... Read on to The Science of Great Yogurt.

Bottled Kombucha and a glass of kombucha

How to Brew and Bottle Kombucha

Kombucha is the delicious, fizzy fermented tea that has soared in popularity over the last few years. Providing healthy probiotics and potent... Read on to How to Brew and Bottle Kombucha.

Kombucha scoby

How to Grow a Kombucha Scoby — in just 10-12 Days

Kombucha is the delicious fizzy, probiotic tea that is becoming an increasingly popular DIY project. With store... Read on to How to Grow a Kombucha Scoby — in just 10-12 Days.

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Black Garlic: How to Make it at Home

Take a quick black garlic internet tour and it is quickly clear. A lot of people are talking about black garlic and much of the information is... Read on to Black Garlic: How to Make it at Home.

Greek yogurt in tomato soup used as sour cream

Greek Yogurt as a Substitute for Sour Cream

Thick, rich and tangy, yogurt and Greek yogurt are great candidates to substitute for sour cream. Whether you’re looking for better... Read on to Greek Yogurt as a Substitute for Sour Cream.

Jars of yogurt

How to Maintain a Yogurt Culture

Reports from the blogosphere that yogurt cultures are difficult to maintain or become more acidic over time are highly exaggerated... Read on to How to Maintain a Yogurt Culture.

Bottled Water Kefir and a glass of water kefir

Water Kefir Basics: How to Make Your Own

Water Kefir has the delicious appeal of a fruity, sweet-tart soda. A probiotic powerhouse, kefir offers a richer, more diverse population of beneficial... Read on to Water Kefir Basics: How to Make Your Own.

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