If you have always wanted to learn how to make sourdough bread but feel a bit intimidated with the idea of creating or looking after a 'starter', or if you are a bit concerned about the complexity or time involved, this course will demystify all this for you. This Sourdough Bread Baking course uses simple, tried and true methods of sourdough bread baking that is as easy or easier than typical methods using commercial yeast. And it will produce some of the most flavourful and heart warming bread you will ever taste. Students will need to bring along some materials and this list is on the receipt once you enrol. You may wish to contact our enrolment office 82231979 before enrolling.
Sourdough Bread Making
Course Description
Baking has experienced a resurgence in popularity over the past few years, with many home bakers discovering the joys of creating delicious, homemade breads.
Among the most popular trends is sourdough baking, known for its rich flavour, chewy texture, and natural fermentation process. Whether you're looking to make bread as a hobby or to bring healthier, homemade options to your table, learning to bake sourdough can be a rewarding experience.
This hands-on course is designed to provide you with everything you need to start baking your own sourdough loaves from home.
You'll receive step-by-step guidance on how to mix, develop, and shape your first sourdough loaf. You'll also learn how to maintain your sourdough starter, ensuring you can bake fresh loaves at any time. With comprehensive notes and ongoing troubleshooting support, you’ll feel confident in continuing your sourdough journey long after the course ends.
The class includes demonstrations of the baking process, the use of essential baking tools, and a chance to sample freshly baked sourdough, making it an enjoyable and informative introduction to the world of sourdough bread making.
No previous knowledge or experience is required. This course is suitable for absolute beginners as well as those with some experience of sourdough baking.
Course Structure
During this hands-on session, the tutor will provide step by step instructions and a demonstration of how to make a standard white sourdough loaf. Topics will also include:
• Explanation of how different types of sourdough breads are made.
• Demonstration of the baking process with pre-prepared loaves.
• Thorough explanation of how to maintain a sourdough starter (supplied).
• Explanation and demonstration of the use of various baking utensils.
Recipes for several sourdough breads will be provided, and you will have the opportunity to sample pre-prepared loaves baked on the day.
The tutor will also have various baking utensils available for sale.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students attending this course will gain:
• Knowledge of the full process of sourdough bread making.
• Hands-on experience in mixing, developing and shaping a bread dough.
• Understanding of how to maintain a sourdough starter for ready use at any time.
Course Requirements
Students will be required to bring:
- A digital kitchen scale that can weigh to 1g accuracy, with a tare function.
- A medium bowl approximately 22-25cm, for mixing dough.
- A measuring jug of approximately 500ml to 1lt capacity.
- A tea towel or shower cap for covering the dough.
- A dough whisk or wooden spoon for mixing.
- Notebook and pen for taking notes.
- A banneton basket, loaf pan or bowl suitable for 850g of bread dough.
Bannetons and other utensils will be available for purchase on the day.
Your Tutor is Steve Koschella
Steve Koschella has been teaching at WEA since 2022.
Formerly employed in the baking industry, Steve became interested in sourdough during the COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020. He developed his skills and after a few months began selling his bread locally. He soon developed an in-home course to teach his skills to others, and now teaches face-to-face courses at WEA.
Steve’s sourdough baking courses have become very popular and he enjoys excellent ratings from his students.
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