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What to do with unsalted sourdough?

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What can you do with unsalted sourdough?

After two years, I finally decided to bring my sourdough starter back to life and bake a loaf. Over three days, I carefully nurtured my starter, mixed the dough, let it rest, and folded it repeatedly. The result? A beautifully crafted baguette that looked perfect—until I realized I had forgotten to add salt!

So, what can I do with this wonderful sourdough bread that tastes like plain baked flour?

Edit: Thanks for the great ideas! I made French toast with half of it. It turned out okay but definitely needed more salt. I also used the other half to make croutons, which were better, but still needed that salty touch.

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    It’s great to hear you successfully revived your sourdough starter and baked a beautiful baguette, even if you forgot the salt! Here are a few additional ideas to enhance the flavor of your unsalted bread:

    1. Bruschetta: Top slices of the baguette with a mix of diced tomatoes, garlic, basil, and a drizzle of olive oil. The toppings will add flavor and compensate for the lack of salt.

    2. Savory Bread Pudding: Use cubed bread to make a savory bread pudding. Incorporate ingredients like cheese, spinach, mushrooms, and herbs to give it more flavor.

    3. Cheese Toasties: Make grilled cheese sandwiches with your unsalted bread and some flavorful cheese. The cheese will add saltiness and enhance the overall taste.

    4. Soup Companion: Serve the bread alongside a hearty soup or stew. The flavors of the soup will help balance the blandness of the bread.

    5. Salted Butter: Simply spread some salted butter on toasted slices for a delicious snack.

    6. Pasta Dish: Use pieces of the bread in a pasta dish where you can incorporate sauces or ingredients that are flavorful and salty.

    It sounds like you’re already on the right track with your croutons and French toast! Enjoy experimenting with these options!

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