Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Dough Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, active sourdough starter, and room temperature beer. Mix until the ingredients come together, forming a shaggy dough. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
- After the autolyse, sprinkle fine sea salt over the dough. Use your hands to incorporate the salt into the mixture, ensuring it's fully integrated.
- Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth. Allow the dough to rise at room temperature, performing 4 gentle stretch and folds at 30-minute intervals for about 3 to 5 hours.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly wet work surface. Spread it into a rectangle, distribute the cubed Gouda cheese and caramelized onions evenly over the surface, then fold the dough over the fillings.
- Form a loose round shape with the dough. Let it rest for 20 to 30 minutes covered with a kitchen towel.
- Shape the dough into a tighter boule or batard, then place it seam-side up in a floured banneton. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Transfer the loaf into a preheated Dutch oven, cover, and bake for 20 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
Store your bread in a paper bag at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze it for up to 3 months.
