My favorite part about white bread is its versatility. My ideal white sandwich bread is light and airy, with a thin crust and a slightly sweet crumb that highlights and won’t upstage its toppings.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup (113g) active sourdough starter
1 1/4 cup (282g) water
2 tablespoons honey
3 1/2 (420g) bread flour
2 teaspoons (10g) kosher salt
4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter, softened
Olive oil, melted butter, or an egg wash as needed, for brushing the loaf