Old Spaghetti Factory Sourdough Bread Recipe
If you've ever dined at the Old Spaghetti Factory, you know that their sourdough bread is one of their most popular menu items. The bread is served warm and has a delicious, tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with their signature pasta dishes. While you can certainly visit the restaurant whenever a craving strikes, why not try making their famous sourdough bread at home? This recipe is a copycat version of the Old Spaghetti Factory's sourdough bread and is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients:
For the starter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 package active dry yeast
For the bread:
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 package active dry yeast
- 2 cups bread flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/2 cup starter (from above)
Instructions:
- To make the starter, combine the flour, water, and yeast in a bowl. Mix well, cover with plastic wrap, and let sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
- After 24 hours, add the warm water and yeast to the starter and stir to combine. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, combine the bread flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar. Mix well.
- Add the vegetable oil, warm milk, and starter to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes, then place it in a greased bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let sit at room temperature for 2 hours.
- Punch down the dough and shape it into a loaf. Place the loaf in a greased loaf pan and cover with plastic wrap. Let sit at room temperature for another hour.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom.
- Remove the bread from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
There you have it – a copycat recipe for the Old Spaghetti Factory's famous sourdough bread. While it may take a bit of time and effort to make, the end result is well worth it. Serve the bread warm with butter or alongside your favorite pasta dish for a truly authentic Old Spaghetti Factory experience.