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The Scientific Secrets Behind Making Great Sourdough Bread

Everyone, it seems, has tried sourdough during the lockdown. But that ubiquitous jar of starter contains a dynamic microbial ecosystem that scientists are only beginning to understand. Natasha ... Read More

Last but Not Yeast: Presidio offers sourdough workshop

Marea Jenness taught high school science for 20 years. She brings those teaching skills and science lessons into her sourdough bread-making workshop. Credit: (Marea Jenness/Submitted) Baking bread can ... Read More

The science of sourdough—how citizens are helping shape the future of fermented foods

Citizen scientists are drawing on personal experience to help researchers create new plant-based fermented foods and maximize their health benefits. Many will remember the sourdough bread-baking craze ... Read More

Taylor Swift's 5 Tips for Making the Best Sourdough Bread

“I’m really talking about bread 60% of the time now.” Taylor Swift reveals her “homey” hobbies, which includes baking sourdough bread. Her five sourdough tips: Learn from pros, test methods, get ... Read More

Why Sourdough Bread Stays Fresh Longer Than Regular White Loaves

Natural pH Defense Against Mold Growth The secret behind sourdough's impressive shelf life lies in its natural acidity. Sourdough breads contain organic acids including lactic acid (typically 15-50 ... Read More

3 Reasons Sourdough Bread Is the Healthiest (And How to Make It at Home)

Maybe it’s the earthy tang of the first bite or the fact that it feels like a hug from your grandma’s kitchen. Whatever it is, sourdough bread isn’t just enjoying a trendy moment, it’s a return to ... Read More