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Pesto Parmesan Sourdough

Delicious Pesto Parmesan Sourdough: Artisan Bread Made Easy

This Pesto Parmesan Sourdough combines rich basil pesto and parmesan for flavorful artisan bread.
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 500 grams Bread Flour All-purpose flour can be used in a pinch.
  • 350 ml Water Use room temperature for best results.
  • 100 grams Active Sourdough Starter Ensure it’s bubbly and active.
  • 10 grams Salt Crucial for flavor and gluten development.
For the Flavor
  • 150 grams Basil Pesto High-quality store-bought works well.
  • 100 grams Grated Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with asiago or mozzarella.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Dutch oven
  • banneton
  • baking parchment

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, water, and sourdough starter. Stir until just combined and let rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle salt over the dough and mix in using hands until fully incorporated.
  3. Perform stretch and fold every 30 minutes for 2 hours.
  4. Turn dough onto floured surface, spread pesto and sprinkle cheese, then fold into a ball.
  5. Place the dough seam side up in a floured banneton, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  6. Next day, preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) for 30 minutes with a Dutch oven inside.
  7. Score the top of the dough with a knife and transfer it to the Dutch oven.
  8. Bake covered for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 25 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gramsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure your sourdough starter is bubbly for best results. Let it cool completely before slicing to maintain texture.

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