In this video, Jon explains the importance of precision and consistency in sourdough baking, highlighting the use of technology and a custom blend of flour from a local mill. He explains how weighing ingredients to the gram and using a custom blend of flour formulated and blended at the mill ensure the final product is consistent and high quality. Jon also shares the story of how they acquired an old mixer from a junkyard and fixed it up to save themselves $30,000 versus buying a new machine. He emphasizes the importance of constant recipe tweaking and the need to reference old formulas even after years of making the same product. Despite the simplicity of the sourdough bread recipe, Jon highlights the complexity of achieving consistent results and the importance of every step in the process. Learn more: https://www.proofbread.com/
