Sourdough Sandwich Loaf

Prep: 35 mins + rising time | Cook Time: 40 mins | Course: Baked Goods | Servings: 1 loaf

Delicious sourdough sandwich bread loaf is ready to slice and toast or make sammies with. Enjoy this fuss-free bread recipe regularly. Inspired by McKenna of Simplicity and a Starter https://simplicityandastarter.com/can-you-bake-sourdough-in-a-loaf-pan/ 

3 ¾ cups flour 

2 Tablespoons sugar 

2 teaspoons salt 

½ cup sourdough starter

1 ½ cups water 

4 Tablespoons butter, melted 

Mix flour, sugar, salt, starter, water, and butter  together in a stand mixer mixing-bowl. Mix on medium-low speed for 3-4 minutes, the dough should be smooth and elastic. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap overnight until the dough has doubled in bulk. 

Pull dough out onto a clean rolling surface that is lightly dusted with flour. Press the dough into a rectangle. Roll the dough up lengthwise like a cinnamon roll, then again the other direction to make a loaf shape. Place in a buttered or spray oiled loaf pan pressing the dough into all the corners. Cover with plastic and allow to rise for 2-3 hours or until the dough crests over the loaf pan edges. 

Preheat oven to 375*. Place the loaf pan into the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. Check to see that the bread is done with an insta-thermometer. Minimum temperature should be 190*.