There’s something deeply comforting about the pairing of potatoes and rosemary. Soft, earthy potatoes bring a tender, moist crumb to sourdough bread, while rosemary adds a fragrant lift that fills your kitchen with the smell of a rustic countryside bake. This combination isn’t new—it’s been a staple in Italian baking for generations—but when folded into a tangy sourdough loaf, it feels both homely and special at the same time.

Stencilling on sourdough bread is a wonderful way to add an artistic touch to your homemade loaves. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through the process of stencilling on sourdough bread, from choosing the right stencil, to applying it perfectly on your dough.

There’s something special about seasonal baking that brings an extra layer of creativity and joy to the kitchen. As the weather cools down and autumn arrives, I often bake a pumpkin-shaped sourdough bread. In this article I’ll share some helpful tips and step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process!