How To Make Homemade Sourdough Bread using a Potato Flake Starter

[@tinahall7858]

I make this bread recipe 40 years ago, I lost the recipe and now I can make it again I can’t wait ,u made my day thanks a million

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I’m so excited for you. I hope it turns out as great as you remember. Our family loves it. Remember you can visit our website for a printable copy of it!

[@tinahall7858]

made the bread it came out great thanks again@@SouthernFoodJunkie

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

That is awesome to hear@@tinahall7858

[@michelled5273]

Just the video I was searching for…..thank you!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I’m glad you liked it! Thanks.

[@Patrick.J.Norman]

I make this bread and love it. The starter I make can be made and used after 12 hours and I’ve never had an issue.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Thanks for sharing!

[@phillipf1684]

Amazing. Thank you!!!!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Thanks so much.

[@enduringpatriot]

Enjoyed the video. I could almost smell that freshly baked bread. Good stuff!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Hey I really appreciate my friend! This makes such a great tasting loaf of bread.

[@mandiware1460]

I use this same recipe but I’m able to make x3 loaves. It’s delicious and makes your home smell heavenly. Thanks for sharing.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Yes it’s so good!

[@lenabreshears7746]

This is real stuff and real good. Tried and true. Thank you! Yes, by far, easiest. Perfection.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Thanks so much for your comment!

[@TheOfficialRemiMoore]

I love sourdough. Would love to make it but breads are hard for me to do for some reason. Yours turned out great looking. Man it looks tasty. I like the slice effect.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I think it’s like anything else, it just takes practice. It does come easier to some more than others but anyone can do it! It’s so good!

[@SpadeDraco]

You're right on the saran wrap. For some reason my dough always swole up twice as big when I used it vs a towel.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Glad it’s just me!

[@haiam0912]

Good memories from my family in Alabama Decatur

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@24flintstone]

I have made this many times . My family loves it

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Awesome! Thanks so much.

[@randyjones1311]

Got my starter made will make my 1st 2 loafs this afternoon, love sourdough bread , my mom use to make it . Thanks for recipe.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

You are welcome. I hope it turned out great for you!

[@ariainman6691]

Looking Simple and Easy..copied recipe. Will try to make. Thank you for sharing

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Thanks so much!

[@sherryhamilton6374]

Loved your video, I made this urea’s ago and loved it❣️

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

That’s so awesome. I’m glad you loved it.

[@nancyspears8781]

Oh gosh! I made this and it’s wonderful!! Thank you!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

That’s so awesome! Thanks so much for sharing and I’m glad you loved it.

[@johnlamb3056]

Such a delicious bread! Thanks for sharing w us.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

You are welcome. Thanks for finding it a try!

[@HomeInTheSticks]

That's some good looking sourdough bread Ronnie, I'm a big fan of it myself, hard to find it fresh over here tho lol!! Well done my friend, y'all have a good Wednesday!! Dan

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Give it a go Dan. The hardest part is the waiting on the starter to get right! Thanks bud

[@MyAussieGardenKitchen]

G'day Ronnie. That was great! Whoever got that as a gift, sure were lucky. All the best mate. Daz.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Hey thanks, Dax. I think they loved it, or at least that is what they said hahaha. Hope you are doing well!

[@angelicaromero1674]

I tried this recipe from the same starter you used and it came out wonderfully! By far the best and easiest recipe for sourdough bread! Thank you so much ☺️

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I love it! Thanks for trying it and I’m glad it came out great for you.

[@lindagaymon5791]

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[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

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[@marydavis2856]

Can't wait to try your recipe

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

@@marydavis2856 Thanks 🙏

[@disinthekitchen]

Saving this recipe. Definitely need to try!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

It’s so yummy! Thanks 🙏

[@hadleyhobbs8927]

Turned out great!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

That’s awesome 👏

[@mrs.castiron]

Yum! Looks nice. Mr. Cast Iron & I used to make lots of bread for the Farmers Market! I love it with some butter. So good!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I have thought about selling it but I have ended up giving most of it away haha. It is very good though. I am going to get really fat eating all this bread. Thanks so much for having me on the show. I really enjoyed it. Keep in touch.

[@Farmwhereyoulive]

Such a great video!! So easy to follow.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Thanks so much! I truly appreciate it.

[@ashleysoto367]

This looks great! Could you use this recipe to make a boule and cook in the Dutch oven? I don’t have any loaf pans

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I honestly have not does this but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work.

[@lynnwarren6127]

Looks really good!!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Thanks so much!

[@moo38606cow]

Your bread is beautiful. I think I see what I have been doing wrong. My loaves never look this good.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I appreciate it so much! Keep at it.

[@joycedwyer8778]

What do you think you were doing wrong? I can’t get mine to rise much

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

What is the texture of your dough before the rise? Is is smith and stretchy? It should be slightly sticky. I have not had many ppl say that a new starter didn’t rise. There are so variables that it could be such as if the yeast you use was viable before using making the starter. Or did you feed it properly. Was the dough in a warm spot to rise? Did you use like warm water. Really it could be a number of things. I wish I could on point it for you. You may try going back over the instructions in my website to double check you didn’t leave anything out. Good luck to you!

[@PicklesBBQandCooking]

Looks perfect Ronnie! I love making bread and sourdough is awesome! I’ll have to give that starter a shot, it sounds real simple. Now I want a sandwich! Awesome job brother! Hope y’all are doing well!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I double up my starter so I have two going, if not I would be snacking on some tonight lol 😆 Thanks Charlie!

[@PAPATexas]

Charley, have you thought about making a cooking video?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

@@PAPATexas Yeah Charlie.... The world wants to know when you going to make another one brother haha.

[@brittanywalker2282]

Hello! Instead of making 2 loafs could I use it in a Dutch oven for a single loaf? What would you cook it on and how long? This would be my first time using a Dutch oven as I have previously just used 2 loaf pans.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

There is a few variables there like the size of the Dutch oven. I honestly have not experimented with baking in a Dutch oven yet. I would see how far it rises on the second rise in the Dutch oven and see how much room you have left. I would want it no more than halfway. It’s also important to note this recipe is different from traditional sourdough which is crustier and has a chewier texture inside. This sourdough is fluffy, soft, and more dense. I would try to use 350. Check on it to see where it is after 30 minutes then go from there.

[@verellfreese6505]

When making the bread, i measured flour very carefully but my dough was very sticky and i had to add some flour to get it to form into a ball. It definitely proofed well over night as it was overflowing the large bowl. Getting ready to bake but just wanted to hear your thought why it was very wet and sticky, i was very careful with all the measurements, i use unbleached Pillsbury AP flour, maybe i didn't pack measuring cup enough. Thank you for any advice. BTW, your video of making the starter and bread were both excellent, thank you!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I think sometimes it can be a little bit more hydrated depending on the time of the year etc. environment can play a part. Less humidity or more, how warm or cold your house is. I don’t give the weights but measuring by weight is more accurate. I sometimes have to add a little more into mine as well.

[@verellfreese6505]

By the way, my bread turned out beautiful and was delicious 😋.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

That is awesome. I am glad it did.@@verellfreese6505

[@maryburt3114]

did not see the link for the starter.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I’m sorry about that. Try this southernfoodjunkie.com/easy-to-make-sourdough-starter-using-potato-flakes/.

[@BrosephRussell]

Looking super yummy brother HellToTheYeah

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Man thanks! It would be good with some cheese and bacon wouldn’t it? Ha! How you been bo?

[@CrimsynClark]

Does the starter need to be room temperature when taking it out of the fridge before using it to make the bread or can it be used straight from the fridge?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Hey, no you take it out the fridge the day your going to make bread. You then feed it and let it sit out 6 to 8 hours before using. Once you take your cup of starter out, then place back in the fridge until the next time and repeat. You have to feed before using each time and let it ferment by sitting out 6 to 8 hours. I hope this helps. Thanks

[@susanneard6601]

How do you store your bread after baking to keep it fresh?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Unfortunately homemade bread just don’t last long no matter what you do. I buy these plastic bags from Amazon. They are clear bread bags. It will last for 3 to 4 days. One trick is to make sure the bread cools completely down before slicing it. I bake them leave on the cooling rack uncovered for several hours. I have also frozen it in a freezer safe bag. I freeze the whole loaf. We actually do most of our store bought bread this way too. It will taste pretty close to fresh once it I thaws. Anything that starts getting dry, I use to make toast, grilled cheeses, or French Toast!

[@shannonsmith1232]

Can you use glass loaf pans?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Yeah you can but they make cook slightly differently.

[@Nancy-t1o9b]

Can I use Stevia in place of sugar?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I e never tried it but I’m guessing it wouldn’t hurt.

[@verellfreese6505]

What are your thoughts using bread flour versus all purpose flour?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I’ve tried both before especially when making traditional white bread. I honestly don’t notice a ton of difference in this recipe. Bread flour will be chewier texture and AP has a lighter tender texture. Bread would be a better choice for traditional Sourdough as it is crispy outside and chewy inside texture.

[@maddyann51]

Question about the starter. What day do you put it in the refrigerator and How long do you keep it in the refrigerator before you feed it again?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

On the 5 th day. You will use a cup of starter to make bread then every 5 days you feed it again to make bread. Check out my website for the full write up on it and a printable recipe!

[@maddyann51]

So when you take out what you’re going to use which is a cup. Do you replace it with a feeder right then or do you wait for five days before you feed it again?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

@@maddyann51 Once you take out the cup, you put it in the refrigerator. Then in 5 days, you feed it again. Feeding it adds to it which doubles it again. So on that 5th day you take it out, feed it, let it sit 6-8 hours, then take a cup off again. You can actually go longer than 5 days but it’s best to keep it on schedule. I have let mine go a month before but it will weaken it some.

[@lindaharlan2247]

Brush with melted butter to keep soft

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I used to do that but the melted butter causes the crust to bubble up, so I quit doing that. My mom always does that though.

[@lindasaffles4189]

I always brush the loaves with butter. Delicious and soft.

[@melissawilliams9]

Can this be refrigerated if you are not home to bake it

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Hey Melissa, Do you mean the starter or the dough once it has risen? Just trying to see what you are meaning. Thanks

[@melissawilliams9]

@@SouthernFoodJunkie the dough. After I let it rise and punch it down then knead and separate it and put it in pans to rise again. Can i refrigerate it until I can bake it?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I think you should be able to do that but you may have to let it come back up to room temp before baking it. I know some companies freeze dough then thaw it out and bake it. In theory, it should work, I just have never tested that out.@@melissawilliams9

[@melissawilliams9]

@SouthernFoodJunkie thanks so much for taking the time to answer my questions. I have the starter in the fridge and it's bubbly but I'm trying to figure out when to make bread.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

@@melissawilliams9 Good luck!

[@joycedwyer8778]

I am having a heck of a time getting my dough to rise. I have tried everything. Help me please.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Is your starter new?

[@joycedwyer8778]

Yes

[@mythreechildren1737]

My bread is always so doughy in the middle. The loaves are beautiful, but not how they should be in the middle. What should I be doing differently?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I would lower your oven temperature slightly and bake longer. Every oven is slightly different. You can also use an instant read thermometer to check for doneness in the middle to see when it is done. It should be between 195-205 degrees Fahrenheit.

[@PAPATexas]

Nice job Ronnie, turned out awesome looking. Not try it? PAPA would slice in to that baby and add butter!

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I’ve eaten plenty of it to know it’s yummy lol 😂 thanks 🙏

[@TheBumblebeeFarmhouse]

i love sourdough bread but i'm so terrified to make the starter lol i love making bread but this is one mental road block for me lol

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

I get it but it really isn’t hard at all. Give it a shot! It is so good that it’s worth it!

[@mythreechildren1737]

My bread turned out perfectly this time cooked completely and perfectly. But it stales so quickly..like one day after I bake it. The yeast is nice and active, so I don’t understand.

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

That is typical with fresh bread. More sugar will allow it to last longer but after theee days, I use mine for toast or French toast. Also, make sure you allow it to cool completely to room temperature (about 3-4 hours) before cutting it. That will help too!

[@mythreechildren1737]

@@SouthernFoodJunkie thank you-it's very disappointing

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

@@mythreechildren1737 Yeah it is but we wait so fast then the French toast is so good to make from the stale bread! I got a recipe for it as well.

[@mythreechildren1737]

Is it on your channel?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

@@mythreechildren1737 Yes and my website. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZC0pHudnKt5i7csi=m3njQlVbZ1uuneE5

[@joycedwyer8778]

Is your flour unbleached?

[@SouthernFoodJunkie]

Yes I typically use unbleached flour.