Making a beautiful Tartine-style artisan sourdough loaf with a tender open crumb is a bit of a science and a bit of an art, but it can be achieved at home with a few tips and tricks. The three main factors that will give the best results are a very active starter, a strong extensible dough, and a spot on bulk proof.
This formula and protocol steps through how to prep your starter, work with a higher hydration dough, and covers some more advanced handling and shaping techniques to set you up for success!