To make a delicious bread, start by preparing the sourdough. In a small bowl, add a teaspoon of fresh yeast, a pinch of salt, a tablespoon of flour, and a tablespoon of lukewarm water. Mix the ingredients well, then let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes until it becomes frothy. This step will activate the yeast and ensure proper fermentation of the dough.
Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine the flour (you can use white or whole grain flour depending on your preference) with cereals, bran, and herbs de Provence. These ingredients will add a note of flavor and texture to your bread. You can also experiment with different seeds, such as sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, or sesame seeds, to add extra nutrition and crunch.
Once the sourdough is ready, add it to the bowl with flour and cereals. Also, add two to three tablespoons of quality olive oil, which will give the dough a special smoothness. Start incorporating the ingredients, gradually adding the rest of the water until you obtain a homogeneous and slightly elastic dough. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little more flour, but be careful not to overdo it.
Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth. This process is essential for developing the gluten, which will give the bread a pleasant structure. Once you are done, cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rest in a warm place for 10-30 minutes until it doubles in volume.
After this time, take the dough and roll it out on a floured surface, forming a sheet of the desired thickness. You can choose to make it thinner for a crispy bread or thicker for a softer texture. Using a knife or a spatula, cut the dough into even squares. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between them to allow the dough to rise.
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius and, once ready, place the tray in the oven. Let the bread bake for about 20 minutes, or until it turns golden and gives off a tempting aroma. Check if it is baked by tapping lightly on the bottom of a piece; a hollow sound indicates that it is perfectly baked. After removing it from the oven, let it cool on a rack to avoid moisture buildup. Enjoy this fresh bread with butter, cheese, or alongside a warm soup!
Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine the flour (you can use white or whole grain flour depending on your preference) with cereals, bran, and herbs de Provence. These ingredients will add a note of flavor and texture to your bread. You can also experiment with different seeds, such as sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, or sesame seeds, to add extra nutrition and crunch.
Once the sourdough is ready, add it to the bowl with flour and cereals. Also, add two to three tablespoons of quality olive oil, which will give the dough a special smoothness. Start incorporating the ingredients, gradually adding the rest of the water until you obtain a homogeneous and slightly elastic dough. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little more flour, but be careful not to overdo it.
Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth. This process is essential for developing the gluten, which will give the bread a pleasant structure. Once you are done, cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rest in a warm place for 10-30 minutes until it doubles in volume.
After this time, take the dough and roll it out on a floured surface, forming a sheet of the desired thickness. You can choose to make it thinner for a crispy bread or thicker for a softer texture. Using a knife or a spatula, cut the dough into even squares. Place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between them to allow the dough to rise.
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius and, once ready, place the tray in the oven. Let the bread bake for about 20 minutes, or until it turns golden and gives off a tempting aroma. Check if it is baked by tapping lightly on the bottom of a piece; a hollow sound indicates that it is perfectly baked. After removing it from the oven, let it cool on a rack to avoid moisture buildup. Enjoy this fresh bread with butter, cheese, or alongside a warm soup!
Ingredients
300 ml warm water, 2 cups whole wheat flour, 2 cups wheat bran, 3 tablespoons cereals (wheat, oats, rye), 1 tablespoon salt, 3 tablespoons olive oil, one cube of yeast, flax seeds, sesame (optional), herbs de Provence.