How to Adapt Pour-in - the-Pan Pizza with Sourdough Starter

Asked Aug 27, 2024 by Toni C.

How could I adapt your Pour-in-the-Pan Pizza recipe to using my sourdough starter?

Thank you.

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COMMENTS

Matthew CardMilk Street Staff
August 28, 2024
Hi,
That recipe uses A LOT of yeast (2 full packets for under 3 cups of flour) to provide enough leavening for the unique 2-rise proofing process. I'd keep that in mind when adding sourdough starter and add an abundant amount to ensure proper proofing.
Good luck!
Matt C.

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