Starting, Feeding, & Making Sourdough Bread | With A Big Surprise To Tell You!

Feeding, Starting, and making sourdough bread has been a journey! Lots of lessons learned and I am ready to start sharing my knowledge with you. Sourdough will hurt your feelings many times but I promise the effort will pay off.
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[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

Jen, This will get you to laugh. 5 separate times, I started sourdough, each time a fail. On the 6th try it looked like it was working. I placed my jar in my oven because I had one more day of feeding, and it was drafty in my kitchen. I had turned the light on oven the make the oven a little warm. Shut off the light before I went to bed. Got up 445 AM, turned the coffee on, preset my oven for 350 degrees, and hit the on button. Went about my business...fed the inside cat. Washed my hands, the oven beeped letting me know it met the temperature. I mixed up a dutch baby pancake. When to put it in the oven when I remember my sourdough starter was in the oven, and smoke was coming out of the oven. The paper towel rubber banded to the jar to make a breathable lid was on fire. The moral to my story.....don't give up. I'm starting batch #7, and I won't be using my oven to keep it away from drafts any more😂

[@danielleterry2331]

I did same thing! But caught it b4 it cought fire but yeah ruined my sour dough started, I got tired of messingcwith it.

[@southernskytngardendiy]

😂 i'm going to start a new starter for third or fourth time now. I'll remember this tip! Lol.

[@OrganicMommaGA]

If you're a coffee person, even attempting to make breakfast before you're fully awake can be a risky endeavor! Glad no lasting damage (like to your home, self, or family) was done, but sorry you lost the starter. It's a funny story in the retelling, though I'm certain it wasn't funny at the time.

[@sandyoklahomatransient8557]

@@OrganicMommaGA I was mad at the time it happened but later laughed it off.

[@amberatwood]

Maybe instead of dunking your measuring cup into your SD starter jar to get your starter out you could just pour the SD starter directly into your measuring cup and then you won't have to make a mess dunking it into your jar. Just a suggestion 😊

[@nanajuje7573]

I love the real life version of your videos. No fancy editing. Real life is what we need to see.

[@catenaminnich1220]

Perfection is a 10 letter word for headache 😂

[@deborahbaughman1366]

The dark liquid on top of sourdough is called hooch ❤

[@terriespock5384]

Loved seeing Jen a lot in this video and hope she is in more often. Nothing against you Zach as I like seeing you too. You two crack me up. Glad you are not afraid to poke fun at your selfs when you make a mistake. Enjoy your videos very much! Have a good rest of the week.

[@graskeygirls3850]

Jen, it's never a fail. Your learning, we are learning. And you fed your family. Even God came back and made women😂😂😂

[@Garden-ish]

I had to edit this comment to say first that I frigging love watching you two together! ❤ I started my sourdough journey in 2022, after continued failure, I took a 9 month hiatus. I've been a sourdough baking fool since December 2023! I have realized that everyone's kitchen is different, one method that works for 1000 people may not work in my kitchen. I found a method that works and I'm sticking to it. Just remember, people have been making this bread for thousands of years. You'll get it eventually if you keep trying!

[@rachealrumbo3806]

Keeping things real is always the best

[@helenhofer9181]

I am 5 weeks into sourdough, I started mine from stratch I am proud to say that I havnt bought store bread since I started. Each loaf I do gets better. I have done cinnamon rolls, cinnamon swirl bread and pepperoni rolls, which is a West Virginia staple.

[@leftyuk68]

I received my "pearl" sour dough starter. Excited to get her started and make some wonderful bread and waffles! Thank you for keeping it real in your videos. Love watching and learning.

[@julieyoder8679]

Hi Jen been doing Sourdough for over 3 years, and I love making everything out of it. Breads Bagels, English Muffins, Crackers, and Pasta. I just got a new mixer for breads, Ankarsrum is the brand and I love it. Thanks for all your content, love it. Glad you are sharing your Sourdough journey. Tip on you bread not rising like you want, you just needed more time at thr dough stage, my proofing time in summer is half the time of winter. I use my cool oven with the light on to help with it proofing better in winter. If you starter is not doubled when you mix your dough it still works, just proof your bread longer at the dough stage. Hope that makes sense. 😊 Keep sharing your journey, it helps encourage people to know it is OK to make mistakes, we are all learning.

[@naturegirl8944]

Zac has a great voice. You could be a news reader

[@TheTandumbs]

I pulled my Irma out of the fridge recently to restart! Everyone has sourdough on their brains!

[@mscarlarn]

I grew up with my mom making sourdough. It was always so good. She made so many different things with it.

[@sheliaheverin8822]

I LOVE using the discard for pancakes, waffles and muffins.

[@sherriemyles2776]

I agree with Zach, I can cook but can't bake to save my life. Even I messed up prepackaged bakery. I purchased a bread machine. 🍞. I'm still learning. My bread is getting better each time I make it. I know people can bake and can't cook.

[@susanstokesbrungard291]

Jen, you have done a great job with your store. We have an Organic Skin Care Company. My daughter has traveled everywhere and has her own company. I bet your family is Proud of you. Lv and Praywrs to all.

[@ginco5203]

I totally agree. I can cook a feast from scraps but baking....egads! I fail more often then I succeed. Hence why sour dough scares the crap out of me and I'm not disapplined enough to feed that thing everyday and no way the 2 of us need me baking everyday.

[@heidibriggs3384]

My mom is an awesome baker but her cooking is okay. 🤭 Baking and cooking are definitely 2 totally different things. ❤

[@jeffhuntley2921]

Those pups look like they could really soak up some mud:)

[@charmainemrtnz]

Stuff you take out is called: discard. Liquid on top of refrigerated starter is called: hooch.

[@gingershields3724]

The brown liquid is called hooch. I've always been told to not discard it as it's part of the hydration component for your starter. Since you're the first person I've seen do otherwise, now I'm curious. May need a 2nd starter for experimentation. Thank y'all for what you do. I have loved watching and learning from y'all! ❤

[@louisstrowger8807]

Sourdough bread is a journey. I did a bit during Covid but not much since. However I want to get back at it. I love that you show your non successful attempts. Not every attempt is successful, that is part of life. I have no doubt your next attempt will be great and I hope you share it. My fermentation journey has been beer, mead, cider and veggies. The next one to master is sourdough. Just like the Belgian Monks I will keep at it until I perfect it.

[@catherinehunter3509]

Thanks for encouraging words

[@deedrahburgoynesearfoss6280]

Way to go Jen! Your kitchen your rules lol. Sourdough from the heart. I taped my sourdough recipe to the wall in the kitchen because my memory is not reliable 😊

[@barbgardiner5719]

Ordered my starter, 1/22/2024! We’ll see how this goes!💕

[@brendathompson1287]

Hi bread gathered in butter is the best. Also love rosemary in bread.

[@sharonmckee2403]

Thanks for showing all the details… and the mishaps certainly my makes-me feel better!❤

[@fallenangelwi25]

I often find whole wheat unbleached flour makes for a better product with less flops.

[@lindamckeller3990]

Thank you! You are so brave!!❤but It gives me confidence just watching you go thru it. 😊😊

[@beverlyd3464]

Don't sweat the small stuff...🤙

[@stevetendrich398]

We bought your starter. Works just fine for us. -No issues!

[@jeanetteharris373]

This is my second try on a sourdough starter, I'm on day 4 and think I've killed it again. 😂

[@SimplyJanHomestead]

Congratulations on your 100k! 🎉

[@klcpca]

I sooooo want to learn sourdough...my family loves it but it's been a challenge for me. Thanks for this!!! ❤

[@rooteddinfaithjourney]

Jenn I have heard from several folks to get the best rise after feeding is to cover with a thin towel or coffee filter but the starter needs air to capture the wild yeast..not to cover the starter airtight..

[@phyllissherman8625]

Failures are just stepping Stones to success!!!I have been making bread since I was 2and a1/2yr'old , little sister didn't know that you could just stir it in the stater and so I'm starting it over

[@ladonnawoodley5279]

Jen, I loved this video! Seeing you and Zack interacting with each other and enjoying each other is so nice to see. And, I'm just starting to get into sour dough, so this was very helpful.

[@SuzieqNC2606]

Here’s things that helped me. Use these thing to make healthy starter. Whole Wheat Flour, Filter Water (No Tap Water, it has chlorine in it), sourdough starter. In making active starter from refrigerated starter, use a 1-5-5 ratio. ( 1 part starter, 5 parts water, 5 parts flour). Let rise in warm area until double in size. Could take up to four hours. If it does not double, take that starter and use the 1-5-5 ratio again. If you want to make double that use the 2-10-10 ratio. (2 tablespoon starter, 10 tablespoons water, 10 tablespoons flour. Mix well! Let rise till double.

[@craftyfarmer04]

Use your dehydrator on the lowest setting. Mine goes down to 90 so i use it to let my dough rise

[@wendyscountrykitchen8397]

Its called Hooch

[@holli1313c]

When you feed your starter, let it double in size, then use it to make bread. That is part of the reason it doesn't rise over night.

[@carebearb2007]

Hi! So excited for this video! I got a hot cup of tea in hand and kids are fast asleep. Praise the lord 🤣. Lot's of love from Roseburg, Oregon xoxoxoxo

[@sillieshouse7206]

Thank you for teaching us

[@OrganicMommaGA]

Thank y'all for sharing your journey making sourdough products! I've never seen a sourdough bread that did not have sugar or honey added before the rise (to feed the wild yeast). From what I know about making bread, the salt added has an inhibiting effect on the yeast so it is generally added to keep the air bubbles in the bread from being too large, but I think it can also throw a wrench into the rise. I know there's some kind of science stuff that goes with it, but I'm no expert. LOL I have made dozens of yeast breads and quick breads, and a few sourdough breads - all came out different, but all were still edible. 😇 Much love to y'all - I adore seeing you laugh and have fun together.

[@adamkelly4990]

Welp, you all motivated me to get your sourdough starter and give it another try. I did my own starter last year and got it going, did some discard recipes, attempted one sourdough loaf and then got busy and unmotivated. I figure I give myself a break and try your starter out rather than going through all the steps to get one started myself. Looking forward to trying sourdough again!

[@catenaminnich1220]

Just started making sourdough and made a loaf today. Fortunately, hubby loved the texture. Unfortunately, I measured nothing!! 😉

[@medicvaldez]

I'm so damn happy you didn't know the camera was on when you sneezed..literally busted up laughing out loud!! ❤❤❤

[@rooteddinfaithjourney]

But yea I am wanting to add him into more reacipes along with the fresh milled and even sprouted wheat I am doing..I want to try and start the year off right..I am hoping to get to see you guys again..Patricia

[@deborahwentworth8792]

Jen, try using warm water and don't feed it twice just hors apart.feed it once at night and you should be able to see how it rose the next morning.Ok hope that works for you.I know it does for me.

[@craftyfarmer04]

My Sheldon is 13 years old. I go long periods between using him. I put him in dry storage in the fridge for months at a time. I dont do discards i use them for pancakes muffins and other stuff. It makes great pizza dough

[@gingershields3724]

Same. I've never done discards. Sometimes I forget it's in the fridge. Takes a bit to bounce back at times, but it's always good.

[@southernskytngardendiy]

Just love you, Jen! Y'all crack me up. I just placed my order for my Pearl and some spices. Can't wait to receive!

[@thepadillafamilyhomestead]

Love this video. I always say we cook from the heart but baking is science 😂 i failed till i used the scale. Love the scale!

[@ChristieOconnor]

balsamic vinegar and olive oil dip would be amazing too x

[@PatPomroy]

I bought some “Pearl” and was nervous to start it. Well I finally did and today is day 5,so far so good ❤️

[@BrooklynMarie710]

I enjoyed this video. You are such a cute couple!!

[@tawannajewellmcilvoy1391]

Tried my hand at sourdough sandwich bread. My god it’s perfect! Softest bread I’ve ever had… Here’s the recipe I used! 400 grams of bread flour 200 grams of water 100 grams of active starter 20 grams of local raw honey 20 grams of olive oil 8 grams of salt •Combine everything in a bowl and knead until a soft, smooth dough forms. •Cover and let it rest for 1hr •1 set of stretch and fold, rest 1 hour. (Do this 2 times) •Stretch the dough out on the counter to form a rectangle. •Roll up the dough so it forms a cylinder and place it in a greased bread pan. •cover with Saran Wrap. •Let it double in size on your counter •Once doubled, place in fridge for a few hours. •Preheat oven to 375° F. Bake for 40 minutes, top should be a soft golden brown. •Butter the top and let cool before slicing. Enjoy

[@grammiekaren1343]

Good success!

[@suzit242]

I had sourdough pizza years ago on vacation at the coast and it was so incredible. Might work well with the discard.

[@connieatkins7390]

You 2 gigging makes me giggle. Thanks

[@connieatkins7390]

Oh and I am a magician!

[@aaronaakre9470]

Thank you I do both very well. Not perfect but goog

[@Sandy-gj1wk]

ordered it last nite can’t wait to try it

[@kmaynor16]

Thank you for the video!

[@Frankie_902]

Looking forward to this video. You're going to teach me something about sourdough. I'm very new at it.

[@barbaramccune9383]

Love Dollys puppies

[@barbaramccune9383]

It’s ok your kitchen love you guys

[@lisarosebud6404]

Good video. I’ll try my sourdough once again. Good pep talk

[@tammysarrazin-ux9tv]

a sneeze is a sneeze it aint purdy lol hugssssssss

[@tamararoberts9307]

❤❤

[@debbiemcmurtry7183]

I just ordered my sourdough starter, Thank You

[@kathysherrill7243]

jen when you get to be my age you will fart when you sneeze! God bless you guys😊

[@shannon67301]

I am so ready for the soaps!!!

[@mariezafonte6473]

Jen, you have stone counters, they stay cold. I don't put my dough to rise directly on them. You may have to be more precise with your measurements. The bread looked fine to me and probably very delicious dipped in olive oil and herbs. I ordered the maple bourbon jalpeno seasoning and it is delicious.

[@chelongogan3904]

Cute couple Have a blessed safe happy 😊

[@devinatusi5035]

For an inexperienced sourdough bread maker, you sure do give instructions well. I live in New Hampshire and it is much different than anywhere else that others have made the bread, not even Julia Child could convey it like you did. I'm going to try it like you described and see how it goes.

[@nancybladsacker5357]

I order 2 starters so excited thanks

[@SimplyJanHomestead]

Lol! I have a sour dough starter that has been on my counter for months. I’ve yet to try it

[@cynthiaharrington8739]

i love your videos they are awesome... my granny would be yelling at you for messing with your hair around the food

[@robinvarnadoe8429]

I want to start making sour dough breaching its just me here. I would also make bagels, muffins etc with it.

[@brendathompson1287]

Hot buttered bread

[@tinabloomfield7228]

I've never made sourdough and am terrified to try😂😂 I can't stand mess, so the chance of it overgrowing the jar freaks me out lmbo 😂

[@amybullock9520]

Do you have any history of the starter? Came across the Oregon Trail for example

[@cookwithdee915]

Are you feeding the jar from the fridge once a week?

[@rhondatrumier5530]

Is there free shipping to Canada?

[@Anniesartofcreations]

Do you have any comfrey salve and lavender? If so how can i order it from you?

[@ladonnawoodley5279]

Will you ever make luffa soaps?

[@susanstokesbrungard291]

Starter is sold out, couldn't get it.

[@marywesley316]

Is that a full (1)Cup measuring bowl or 2 cups you’re using? I’m confused beck you say roughly a Cup and your getting like half of what the measuring bowl is.

[@ouachitafarmacy]

It seems like you might have skipped a few of the most used steps in sourdough. Bulk ferment for a few hours stretch and folds, divide and shape, overnight proof in fridge, score, bake. I’m sure I forgot something too. But maybe a different recipe might work better for you. Keep trying.

[@mimasminihomestead]

Sour dough has been my fear to start!! Less mess idea??? Pour it out of the jar instead of scooping?? So ya don't have to weight anything???? I like that you didn't do that... I have hope now!!❤

[@sillieshouse7206]

Yall are so cute

[@tawannajewellmcilvoy1391]

Get a scale follow a specific recipe and it will work every time….

[@Rebekah26320]

salt

[@lilrockstargurl]

I don't mind ppl teaching, but can we please use correct terms that are a standard in the sourdough community? Also, it's not advised to use cup measurements. It's recommended to use a kitchen scale. I'm glad you prefaced that you're new, but I'd encourage you to keep learning.

[@shandysgarden]

Awww thanks! I knew I was a magician 😂 The family kept telling me I was. See, everything comes out different depending on your "variables" as you were saying. After I figured all of my own variables out... I finally nailed baking AND cooking. And for those people that get all bent out of shape about weighing everything or making things an exact science, and swear that it turns out the same every single run, good for them. Sometimes it works like that and sometimes it won't , that's fine, but at the end of the day you'll still have variables when going by one of those exact recipes, too! All you need is a baseline to work with whether you get it from a home kitchen mountain Mama with experience in falling gracefully... or if you get your information from a commercial test Kitchen 🩷

[@shannon67301]

I am so ready for the soaps!!!