In the Breaking Bread Podcast episode, host Rachel Parker discusses the advanced baking technique of high hydration sourdough with expert baker, Hannah Dela Cruz. Together, they delve into key pointers for mastering this technique, such as maintaining a specific dough temperature during fermentation, nurturing an active starter, autolysing without the starter, and observing the dough instead of relying on the clock. Stressing on patience and practice as core ingredients, Parker and Dela Cruz encourage listeners to master one recipe before trying others. The episode also includes a shoutout to Brod & Taylor's Folding Proofer, a specialized baking tool for maintaining temperature consistency in dough fermentation. The tranquil world of high hydration sourdough is explored well along with Hannah's expertise, making it a minefield of knowledge for aspiring bakers.
