Biga

Name: Biga
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1460 min
Ingredients: 0.75 teaspoon active dry yeast; 0.5 cup warm water; 3.5 cups unbleached bread flour; 1.25 cups cold water

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A biga, or 'starter', adds flavor and extra leavening power to bread dough.

Recipe by THYCOOK

Updated on July 14, 2022

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

1 day

Total Time:

1 day 20 mins

Servings:

5

Yield:

5 cups

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Ingredients

¾ teaspoon active dry yeast
½ cup warm water
3 ½ cups unbleached bread flour
1 ¼ cups cold water

Directions

Place the warm water in a small bowl, and sprinkle the yeast over the top. Let stand until yeast has dissolved and is foamy, about 15 minutes.
Measure flour into a large bowl. Make a well in the center, and pour in the yeast mixture and cold water. Use a sturdy spoon to mix it together until sticky and difficult to stir, but nevertheless thoroughly combined. Cover and allow to ferment for 24 hours in the refrigerator before using.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. To use, rinse a measuring cup in cool water, scoop out the amount of starter needed, and bring to room temperature.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

348	Calories
2g	Fat
70g	Carbs
12g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 348
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g	2%
Saturated Fat 0g	1%
Sodium 5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70g	25%
Dietary Fiber 2g	9%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 12g
Calcium 17mg	1%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 109mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.