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
Why Your Sourdough Crust Is Too Thick (and How to Fix It)
A thick, jaw-breaking crust ruins an otherwise perfect loaf. Here are the most common causes and exactly what to change in your process.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 12, 2026
Sourdough in Hot Weather: Summer Baking Tips
When your kitchen hits 85°F, sourdough goes into overdrive. Here is how to slow things down and still bake great bread when the temperature climbs.
Team Sourdough Joe · May 8, 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
Rye vs. Wheat Starter: Which One Suits Your Bread?
Rye and wheat starters behave differently, taste differently, and excel at different things. Here’s how to choose — or why you might want both.
Team Sourdough Joe · December 31, 2025
Drying and Shipping Sourdough Starter: A Backup That Lasts Forever
Your sourdough starter is irreplaceable — until you dry it. Learn how to dehydrate, store, and ship your culture so it survives years on a shelf or a cross-country trip.
Team Sourdough Joe · December 31, 2025