Description
This naturally leavened potato and leek sourdough is inspired by the classic comfort of leek and potato soup. Roasted crushed potatoes create a soft, creamy crumb, while sautéed leeks add mellow, savory depth. A perfect loaf for toast, grilled cheese, or serving alongside soups and stews.
Ingredients
Levain Build (make 4–5 hours before mixing the final dough):
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15g mature sourdough starter
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20g bread flour
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5g whole wheat flour
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5g rye flour (optional, for fermentation boost)
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21g water (room temp)
Final Dough
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572g bread flour
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191g whole wheat flour
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549g water (Water 1 – for autolyse)
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102g water (Water 2 – for salt addition)
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122g mature levain (from above build)
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15g salt
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153g roasted and crushed potatoes
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114g chopped and sautéed leeks
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23g chopped dill (optional)
Instructions
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Build the Levain (9:00 am):
In a small bowl, mix 15g mature starter, 20g bread flour, 5g whole wheat flour, 5g rye flour (optional), and 21g water. Let ferment at room temperature for 4–5 hours, until bubbly and active. -
Fermentolyse (1:00 pm):
In a large mixing bowl, combine 572g bread flour, 191g whole wheat flour, 549g water (Water 1), and 41g mature levain. Mix until no dry bits remain. Cover and rest for 1 hour. -
Add Salt and Water 2 (2:00 pm):
Sprinkle 15g salt over the dough, then pour 102g water (Water 2) on top. Use your hands to squeeze, fold, and incorporate. Mix for 5–10 minutes until the dough tightens slightly. -
Bulk Fermentation (3:00–6:00 pm):
Transfer the dough to a fermentation container. Bulk ferment for 3 hours at room temperature, performing two folds. -
First Fold (3:30 pm):
Perform a standard coil or stretch-and-fold to begin building dough strength. -
Second Fold – Lamination (4:30 pm):
Gently stretch the dough out on a damp surface into a large rectangle. Evenly distribute 153g roasted potatoes, 114g sautéed leeks, and 23g chopped dill (optional). Fold the dough like a letter, then tuck back into a loose round. Return to the container seam-side down. -
Divide and Pre-Shape (5:30 pm):
Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and divide into two equal portions (~900g each). Shape into loose rounds and rest for 20–30 minutes. -
Final Shape (6:00 pm):
Shape each round into a tight boule or batard. Place seam-side up into a well-floured banneton. -
Cold Fermentation (6:45 pm–next morning):
Cover and refrigerate the loaves overnight (12–18 hours) for cold proofing. -
Bake (9:00 am):
Preheat your oven and Dutch oven to 500°F (260°C) for 45–60 minutes. Invert one loaf into the Dutch oven, score, and optionally spray with water. Lower oven to 480°F (248°C). Bake 20 minutes covered, then 20–25 minutes uncovered. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
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You can sauté the leeks in butter or olive oil until just tender before folding into the dough.
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Roasted Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes work best. Leave skin on for added texture if desired.
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Feel free to swap dill with thyme, rosemary, or omit entirely for a simpler version.
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For video shaping and scoring guides, visit my YouTube channel.
- Prep Time: 20 hours (includes fermentation and overnight proof)
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Sourdough Bread
- Method: Natural Fermentation, Baked
- Cuisine: Artisan, Seasonal