Sourdough baguettes are an easy and delicious recipe for soft fluffy bread with a crisp crust.This simple recipe is perfect for beginner sourdough bakers and a simple high hydration recipe to make.
1. Feed Your Sourdough Starter: Begin by ensuring that your sourdough starter is active and bubbly. This process typically takes 4-12 hours before starting the bread. Feeding it with flour and water will awaken the natural yeast.
2. Hydrate the Flour: In a large bowl, combine the warm water, all-purpose flour, the bubbly sourdough starter, and salt. Feel free to use a dough whisk, stand mixer, or clean hands.
3. Mix and Rest: With wet hands, gently mix the shaggy dough for about 5 minutes until it comes together. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp towel and let the dough rest for 30 minutes.