Cashew Free Classic Sourdough Bread

There is something deeply satisfying about pulling a crackling, mahogany-crusted loaf out of a screaming-hot Dutch oven, and this sourdough delivers exactly that. The ingredient list is beautifully stripped back — just bread flour, whole wheat flour, water, salt, and a lively starter — so there is genuinely nothing to worry about when it comes to hidden tree nuts or shared processing concerns. The whole wheat flour adds a subtle earthiness and depth that keeps the flavor interesting without complicating the process. Technique does the heavy lifting here: a slow autolyse, patient stretch-and-folds, and an overnight cold proof all work together to build that open, chewy crumb and blistered crust you see in artisan bakeries. Scoring the cold dough with a confident slash right before it hits the heat is one of those small moments that feels genuinely thrilling. Once it comes out of the oven, the hardest part is waiting the full hour before slicing — but that patience pays off in a clean, glossy crumb that holds together beautifully. Whether you're toasting thick slices for breakfast or tearing into a warm hunk alongside soup, this loaf is the kind of thing you'll want to bake every single weekend.

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