Recipes & Guides
Step-by-step sourdough recipes, starter guides, and the baking science behind every loaf.
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Banneton Guide: Material, Size, and Care
A banneton supports and shapes your sourdough during proofing. Here is everything you need to know about choosing the right one, preparing it, and keeping it in good condition.
Team Sourdough Joe · March 3, 2026
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Windowpane Test and Poke Test: How to Know When Your Dough Is Ready
Tired of guessing whether your dough is properly developed or proofed? The windowpane test and poke test are the two most reliable hands-on checks every baker should master.
Team Sourdough Joe · January 24, 2026