My Sourdough Journey: A Story of Patience and Flour

If you've been following along on my sourdough journey, you know that this recipe has been years in the making. I still remember the first time I tried to bake sourdough — it was a cold November morning, and I had just moved into my first apartment. The loaf was dense, pale, and honestly? Kind of sad. But I kept going. Because that's what sourdough teaches you: patience, persistence, and the importance of a warm proving environment. Today, I'm finally ready to share my Perfect Sourdough Recipe with you. Before we get into the actual recipe (scroll down for the jump-to-recipe button!), I want to talk about the science of fermentation, the history of bread in Western civilization, and why I think sourdough changed my relationship with food. Also, a quick note: this post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through my links, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you!