This is Sourdough

Ready to bake jaw-dropping sourdough that's ridiculously good, and ridiculously simple?Forget the dense, doorstop loaves and the intimidating science projects. This is Sourdough isn't another encyclopedic tome; it's your new best friend in the kitchen. Author and home-baker-in-chief, Jerry Staniewicz, went from baking bricks to bona fide bread, and he's here to be your supportive, slightly sarcastic guide on an incredibly rewarding adventure.Inside, you'll discover:Master the Classics: Perfect no-fail loaves, rustic ciabatta, and hearty whole wheat.Go Beyond Bread: Hand-cut sourdough pasta, pillowy gnocchi, and Neapolitan-style pizza.Indulge Your Sweet Tooth: Fudgy sourdough brownies, New Orleans-style beignets, and a stunning triple chocolate cake.Embrace No-Waste Baking: Dozens of creative and delicious recipes for your sourdough discard.With this book, you'll go from "what the heck is a levain?" to confidently pulling golden, crackly-crusted loaves from your own oven. But this is so much more than a bread book. It's a complete guide to unlocking the full, delicious potential of your starter.