Things Bakers Know: The King Arthur Baking Podcast It's Time to Talk Sourdough, featuring Amber Eisler
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May 12, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Amber Eisler, the Director of Baking Education at King Arthur Baking Company, shares her extensive sourdough expertise. Listeners will learn about common pain points bakers face when crafting sourdough and effective solutions to conquer them. Amber also dives into the finer points of proofing and starter care, ensuring bakers achieve that perfect loaf. Plus, delightful names for sourdough starters are unveiled, accompanied by amusing anecdotes. This chat is a must-listen for sourdough enthusiasts!
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Jessica's Starter Story
- Jessica Buckled her sourdough starter into her car and transported it to New Hampshire where it was tragically underfed for months.
- She later received a replacement starter named Jessica's Jazzy Starter 2.0 from a colleague after the first was neglected.
Sourdough's Growing Popularity
- Sourdough baking surged in popularity during the pandemic and continues growing, entering mainstream culture.
- Sourdough offers diverse uses beyond crusty loaves, including sandwich bread, brownies, and granola.
Mastering Dough Proofing
- Pay close attention to dough temperature during fermentation and proofing as it greatly affects dough activity.
- Regularly check dough using your senses rather than setting it and forgetting it to gauge its progress.
