👩‍🍳 American Sourdough May 9th

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Sourdough Discard Pancakes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sourdough discard
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• Optional: vanilla extract, blueberries, or chocolate chips for mix-ins

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, egg, and milk until smooth.
2. Stir in the sugar, salt, and baking soda until well combined.
3. Fold in the melted butter and any optional mix-ins.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake.
5. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
6. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Sourdough Discard Crackers

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sourdough discard
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or other spices (optional)
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds or grated cheese (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the sourdough discard, olive oil, salt, and any spices or add-ins in a bowl until well combined.
3. Spread the mixture thinly and evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until crisp and golden brown.
5. Let cool, then break into pieces and serve.

Sourdough Discard Banana Bread

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sourdough discard
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8-inch loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, mix the mashed bananas with the sourdough discard, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
3. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and blend in.
4. Add the flour and mix until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
6. Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

These recipes offer delicious ways to use up your sourdough discard, reducing waste and adding a tasty twist to your meals.

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Here's a bonus list of things you can make with sourdough discard:

1. Pancakes: Sourdough discard adds a tangy flavor and fluffy texture to pancakes. Simply mix it with flour, milk, eggs, and a bit of sugar for a delicious breakfast treat.

2. Waffles: Similar to pancakes, sourdough discard can be used to make crispy, flavorful waffles. Serve them with fresh fruit and maple syrup for a delightful brunch.

3. Muffins: Sourdough discard can add moisture and richness to muffins. Try incorporating it into recipes for blueberry, banana, or chocolate chip muffins for an extra layer of flavor.

4. Quick Breads: Use sourdough discard to make quick breads like banana bread, zucchini bread, or pumpkin bread. Its tangy flavor complements the sweetness of the fruit or vegetables perfectly.

5. Pizza Dough: Adding sourdough discard to pizza dough gives it a tangy flavor and chewy texture. It also helps develop a flavorful crust when baked in a hot oven.

6. Crackers: Sourdough discard can be used to make crispy, savory crackers. Mix it with flour, olive oil, herbs, and spices, then roll it out thinly and bake until golden brown.

7. Flatbreads: Use sourdough discard to make flatbreads like naan or pita bread. The tangy flavor of the discard adds depth to these versatile breads.

8. Biscuits: Incorporate sourdough discard into biscuit dough for tender, flaky biscuits with a hint of tanginess. Serve them warm with butter and honey for a comforting treat.

9. Scones: Sourdough discard can be used to make tender, moist scones with a subtle tangy flavor. Add dried fruit, nuts, or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.

10. Doughnuts: Use sourdough discard to make light and fluffy doughnuts with a hint of sourness. Fry them until golden brown and coat them in powdered sugar or glaze for a sweet indulgence.

These are just a few ideas to get you started, but the possibilities are endless when it comes to using sourdough discard in your baking adventures!

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