Recipes & Guides
Step-by-step sourdough recipes, starter guides, and the baking science behind every loaf.
Baking Sourdough in a Regular Oven (No Fancy Equipment)
No Dutch oven? No baking stone? No problem. Here is how to bake excellent sourdough with nothing more than a standard sheet pan and a regular home oven.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 17, 2026
Sourdough Naan: Quick Flatbread from Discard
Turn your sourdough discard into soft, bubbly naan in under 30 minutes. No oven required — just a hot skillet and a few pantry staples.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 10, 2026
How to Convert Any Bread Recipe to Sourdough
That favorite bread recipe from your grandmother or a cookbook? You can convert it to sourdough. Here is the simple math and method to make it work every time.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 5, 2026
The Ultimate Sourdough Feeding Schedule: Daily, Weekly, and Everything In Between
Your feeding schedule should match your baking frequency, not someone else's routine. Here is how to set up a maintenance plan that keeps your starter healthy without ruling your life.
Team Sourdough Joe · April 28, 2026
10 Sourdough Discard Recipes That Are Worth Making on Purpose
Sourdough discard does not have to be waste. These ten recipes turn leftover starter into breakfast, snacks, and dinner, and some are good enough to become your main reason to maintain a starter.
Team Sourdough Joe · April 26, 2026
Why Your Sourdough Is Flat: The Complete Troubleshooting Guide
Flat sourdough is the most common complaint among home bakers. This guide covers every possible cause, from starter health to oven setup, with specific fixes for each one.
Team Sourdough Joe · April 21, 2026
How to Store Sourdough Bread So It Stays Fresh for Days
Homemade sourdough stays fresh longer than commercial bread, but only if you store it correctly. Here are the methods that work and the one mistake everyone makes.
Team Sourdough Joe · April 19, 2026
Stretch and Fold: The Simple Technique That Builds Better Bread
Stretch and fold is the most common dough manipulation in sourdough baking. Here is exactly how to do it, when to stop, and why it works better than kneading.
Team Sourdough Joe · April 12, 2026
Flour Types for Sourdough: Bread Flour, AP, Whole Wheat, and Beyond
The flour you choose changes everything about your bread. Here is a practical comparison of common flour types and how each one affects hydration, flavor, and crumb.
Team Sourdough Joe · April 7, 2026
How to Gift Sourdough Starter: Share the Love (Without the Confusion)
Giving someone their first sourdough starter is one of the best gifts a baker can offer. Here is how to package it, write instructions, and set them up for success.
Team Sourdough Joe · April 5, 2026