Rye Sourdough Bread

Ingredients

• Salt (2 teaspoons)
• Sourdough starter (1/2 cup)
• Water (2 cups)
• Bread flour (1 cup)
• Rye flour (3 cups)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rye flour, bread flour, water, and sourdough starter.
2. Mix until a sticky dough forms, then cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest at room temperature for 12-24 hours.
3. After the resting period, sprinkle the salt over the dough and knead it for about 5 minutes until the salt is fully incorporated.
4. Shape the dough into a round loaf and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Cover the loaf with a kitchen towel and let it rise for another 2-3 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
6. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
7. Score the top of the loaf with a sharp knife to create decorative slashes.
8. Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until it is golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
9. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving.