SOURDOUGH STARTER: GRAPE FERMENTED

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Sourdough began six thousand years ago in ancient Egypt. Bakers found that fermented dough added to fresh ingredients imparted a wonderful taste to their bread it also made it raise and gave it a terrific texture. Over the years, master bakers, in an attempt to improve found that better tasting leavening could be made from fermenting grapes. This grape fermented sourdough was all but forgotten by most, but here, I have found a somewhat simple method to recreate it.

Provided by Sam Saguaro

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 loaf sourdough bread, preferably from San Francisco (they claim to have the best)
1/4 ounce yeast, 1 packet active dry
2 cups warm water (not boiling)
2 ounces red wine

Steps:

  • Dry the bread on a cookie sheet in the oven.
  • Grind finely in a blender.
  • Add yeast to warm water and dissolve.
  • Mix the fine bread crumbs, water/yeast mixture and wine well. Place in a non-metallic bowl or tub and cover loosely (lid will pop off if you cover it tightly) placing a damp towel over all. Set in a warm place (top of fridge) and leave out overnight (12 - 24 hours).
  • Mix the starter down with a non-metallic spoon and you are ready to go! Use in any recipe calling for sourdough starter. To store, place it in the refrigerator. To use, take out and let it stand until warm. (it will start to bubble). It will keep as long as you keep using it. To replenish what you use, just add a cup of flour and a cup of water and let the starter sit out overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.7, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 784.7, Carbohydrate 67.9, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 12.2

Winnie Tsoari
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Overall, I thought this was a great recipe. The bread turned out delicious and I would definitely make it again. However, I did find it to be a bit time-consuming.


Rashid Sidhu
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. There were too many steps and I got a bit overwhelmed. I think I'll stick to simpler bread recipes in the future.


Chasity Robinson
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I was a bit skeptical about using grape juice in this recipe, but it actually worked really well! The bread had a slightly sweet flavor that was really nice. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jake Pries
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. The bread is crusty on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. I love to use it for sandwiches and toast.


Eshat Bhuiyan
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I'm not a big fan of sourdough bread, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The bread had a mild flavor and a nice crust. I would definitely make it again.


Abdul Kone
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This is a great recipe for beginners! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. The bread is light and fluffy with a delicious tangy flavor. I love to toast it and spread it with butter and jam.


Latasha Thomas
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I was a bit disappointed with this recipe. The bread didn't rise as much as I expected, and it had a slightly sour flavor. I think I might have over-fermented the starter.


Evelen Quist
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The bread is absolutely delicious! I love the crispy crust and the soft, chewy crumb. I'll definitely be making this again.


Selseblia Eliyas
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I'm new to baking, so I was a bit intimidated by this recipe at first. But I'm so glad I gave it a try! The instructions were really easy to follow, and the bread turned out great. It has a slightly sweet flavor, which I really liked.


BH_BOY _36
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This is the best sourdough bread recipe I've ever tried! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. The bread is light and airy with a delicious tangy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Uzair Jaanu
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My first attempt at making sourdough bread was a success, thanks to this recipe! The instructions were clear and concise, and the bread turned out beautifully. The crust was crispy and the crumb was soft and chewy. I can't wait to try it again.


Ucbc Gcdnju
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I was a bit skeptical about using grapes to ferment the sourdough starter, but I'm so glad I tried it! It added a wonderful sweetness and complexity to the bread. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.


Md Eiban
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This recipe was easy to follow, even for a beginner like me! The result was surprisingly delicious. I loved the flavor and texture of the sourdough bread.