Over the span of about 2 years I have created, maintained, used... and then killed 5 different sourdough starters. The care work needed to sustain a sourdough starter, as it turns out, is a kind of proxy for the care work needed to sustain myself.

Focaccia is a simple recipe with endless possibilities and (frankly) ridiculous flavor. Whether you keep it simple with a little flaky salt, or go a little off-the-rails with some fruit and honey, this bread is a staple in every baker’s repertoire.

This is a base recipe that can be fiddled with endlessly. Make the bread you like to eat. No matter what that is, it will be WAY more tasty (and healthy) than what you can find at the store, so do it. No shame ‘round here. This is a white bread recipe, and it’s freakin’ good with sandwiches or toasted with butter.