How to Make Sourdough Baguettes

  

• First step measure out all ingredients into your bread machine and set to dough setting ~

1 1/4 c. sourdough starter

3/4 c. warm water

4 c. white flour

3 Tbs sugar

2 tsp salt

1 3/4 tsp yeast

• Second step, knead the dough a few times, and cut into half  (this recipe will yield two loaves).  Start with one of the halves and roll out into a big rectangle, flipping over every few times to help with the elasticity.  

• Here is a video for the third step, thanks to my sweet little helper. 

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• Fourth step, using a sharp knife cut three slits in the dough.  Cover and let rise on a baking pan for one hour.

• Fifth step, brush on a beaten egg for a beautiful finish and...
• Lastly Bake at 375 for 20-25 minutes.  The inside will be 190 degrees when finished, which takes exactly 23 minutes in my oven.