Living Well with Mandy

Living Well with Mandy

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Helping you conquer sourdough without the stress. šŸŒ¾ FREE sourdough starter and bulk baking guide linked below ā¬‡ļø

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How to Prepare Your Starter For When Youā€™re Going to be Away āœˆļø
YouTubeSep 18, 2026
Donā€™t Panic! You Only Need a Small Amount of Sourdough Starter
YouTubeSep 18, 2026
I canā€™t be the only oneā€¦
YouTubeSep 14, 2026
Sourdough English Muffins - without the stovetop!
YouTubeSep 11, 2026
What Happen If - You Skip the Cold Proof
YouTubeSep 9, 2026
Simple Sourdough Cleaning Hack
YouTubeSep 7, 2026
Pre-Shape and Shape Several Loaves of Sourdough
YouTubeSep 4, 2026
How to Bulk Up Your Sourdough Starter
YouTubeSep 2, 2026
Why and How to Brown Your Butter
YouTubeAug 31, 2026
3 Signs Your Sourdough Starter Is At Peak
YouTubeAug 27, 2026
Dough Day in My Microbakery
YouTubeAug 21, 2026
Day 3-Make a Sourdough Starter
YouTubeAug 18, 2026
Day Two -Make a Sourdough Starter
YouTubeAug 14, 2026
Day One - Making a Sourdough Starter
YouTubeAug 13, 2026
Part Three - Weak Starter vs Strong Starter
YouTubeAug 11, 2026
Part Two - Strong Starter vs Weak Starter
YouTubeAug 7, 2026
Beyond My Sourdough Comfort Zone - Part One
YouTubeAug 6, 2026
Part Two: Make a Loaf of Sourdough for my Family in Idaho
YouTubeAug 4, 2026
Letā€™s Make Homemade Sourdough for my Family - Part One
YouTubeAug 3, 2026
Part II - How Long Will It Take my Starter to Peak in a Colder Climate
YouTubeJul 31, 2026
How Long Will It Take My Starter to Grow in a Colder Climate- Part I
YouTubeJul 30, 2026
What Happens When Just About Everything Goes Wrong with Your Loaf of Bread
YouTubeJul 23, 2026
3 Hour vs 5 Hour Fermentation Time
YouTubeJul 16, 2026
Bulking Up Your Sourdough Starter #sourdough #baking
YouTubeJul 14, 2026
Youā€™re Welcome ā˜ŗļø #sourdough #baking
YouTubeJul 9, 2026
My First Seeded Sourdough Loaf - letā€™s see how it turns out
YouTubeJul 7, 2026
How to Bulk Up Your Sourdough Starter - more details pinned in comments
YouTubeJul 2, 2026
Donā€™t Throw Away Your Overproofed Dough - Do This Instead
YouTubeJun 30, 2026
A Little Sourdough Starter Humor šŸ˜‚ (but seriously, just put it in the fridge)
YouTubeJun 28, 2026
How to Speed Up the Sourdough Process (recipe and scheduled pinned in comments)
YouTubeJun 25, 2026
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When the Rules Bend: What Happens If You Cold Proof Too Early?
Troubleshooting
When the Rules Bend: What Happens If You Cold Proof Too Early?

Sometimes the best lessons in baking come from mistakes. We dive into a wild experiment about timing and fermentation to understand how to build a truly gorgeous crumb.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Why Your Dough Needs a Gentle Hand: Understanding the Science of Stretch and Folds
Science
Why Your Dough Needs a Gentle Hand: Understanding the Science of Stretch and Folds

Don't just fold your doughā€”understand why you fold it. We break down the science of gluten structure and how gentle handling builds a strong loaf.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
When Time is Short: Making Delicious Sourdough in Under 12 Hours
Techniques
When Time is Short: Making Delicious Sourdough in Under 12 Hours

Need a loaf pronto? We're breaking down the techniques to get a beautiful, tangy sourdough loaf on the counter without spending a full day on the process.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Building Strength: Mastering the Art of the Stretch and Fold
Techniques
Building Strength: Mastering the Art of the Stretch and Fold

Stretch and folds aren't just a ritual; they are the gentle, scientific method we use to build strength into your dough. We break down the process, set by set.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
3 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Unstoppable Engine: Mastering the Art of Not Stopping
Business
The Unstoppable Engine: Mastering the Art of Not Stopping

Persistence isn't just about grit; it's a strategic, repeatable process that transforms setbacks into momentum. Learn how to build your own unstoppable engine.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Out Hustle Mentality
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
Keeping the Wild Yeast Alive: Traveling with Your Sourdough Starter
Techniques
Keeping the Wild Yeast Alive: Traveling with Your Sourdough Starter

Don't let distance stop your baking! We're walking through the practical steps to keep your precious sourdough starter stable and happy while you travel.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 1 month ago
The Heart of the Loaf: Why Your Sourdough Starter Needs a Good Rock Star Name
Techniques
The Heart of the Loaf: Why Your Sourdough Starter Needs a Good Rock Star Name

If your loaves are falling flat, the problem probably isn't your handsā€”it's your starter. We're diving into what makes a truly strong culture.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
When the Climate Changes, So Must Your Schedule: Mastering Cold-Weather Sourdough
Troubleshooting
When the Climate Changes, So Must Your Schedule: Mastering Cold-Weather Sourdough

Don't let the weather throw a spanner in your works. We'll look at how temperature drastically changes your fermentation timeline, whether you're baking in a heatwave or a crisp Idaho morning.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Baking a Batch: Mastering the Perfect Loaf in Bread Pans
Techniques
Baking a Batch: Mastering the Perfect Loaf in Bread Pans

Need to feed the whole crew? We're breaking down the foolproof method for baking four perfect sourdough loaves at once using simple bread pans.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Finding Your Perfect Home: Choosing the Right Container for Your Sourdough Starter
Equipment
Finding Your Perfect Home: Choosing the Right Container for Your Sourdough Starter

Don't let a jar dilemma slow down your baking! We're diving into the science of starter containers, whether you're a single-loaf weekender or a full-scale baker.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Kicking Off the Culture: Starting a Gluten-Free Sourdough Starter
Ingredients
Kicking Off the Culture: Starting a Gluten-Free Sourdough Starter

Thinking about ditching the wheat? We'll walk through the gentle science and careful steps of building a robust gluten-free starter, right from Day One.

Living Well with Mandy
Living Well with Mandy
Rogue Bakers
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
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