The bestselling sourdough guide, now revised and expanded with even more recipes and expert tips!
"I downloaded this on Kindle Unlimited, but liked it so much I ordered the paperback for my cookbook collection. It is a well written introduction to sourdough, and answered several of the concerns that I had. I'll be starting on my first starter tomorrow." (5 Stars - Verified Amazon Review)
"I'm now making sourdough every week, and my family loves it! Thank you so much for this easy-to-follow guide." (Sharon, NSW, Australia)
Whether you're just starting your sourdough journey or looking to level up your skills, Simply Sourdough is your no-fuss guide to making beautiful, delicious bread at home. This updated second edition includes everything readers loved in the original, now with even more value for beginners and curious bakers alike.
What’s new in this edition:
- A full chapter on inclusions and mix-ins - seeds, herbs, cheeses, and more
- Creative, simple sourdough discard recipes (pancakes, crackers, banana bread + more!)
- Expanded troubleshooting tips for common baking challenges
- Improved formatting and reader-friendly layout
Written with warmth, clarity, and encouragement by Kate Baker, a retired police officer turned home cook and mental health advocate, this guide is perfect for anyone who’s ever thought, “I could never bake that.”
With easy-to-follow instructions, practical advice, and approachable techniques, you’ll learn to:
- Start and maintain a healthy sourdough starter
- Mix, fold, shape, and bake consistently great bread
- Understand each stage of the process without overwhelm
If you've been craving a step-by-step sourdough book that actually makes sense, this one’s for you.
Now updated for even more baking success. Are you (b)ready?
Kate Baker is a passionate home cook and advocate for kindness and mental health, bringing warmth, wisdom, and practical insight to every page she writes. Throughout more than two decades as a frontline police officer, Kate used her love of cooking as a vital way to decompress, manage stress, and reconnect with peace and creativity. What began as a therapeutic ritual gradually became a full-fledged passion, one that helped her navigate the lasting impacts of PTSD and a later diagnosis of a serious autoimmune condition. Kate now dedicates her time to writing books and public speaking about kindness, emotional resilience, connection, and personal growth. Her work is grounded in lived experience, supported by research, and always infused with hope. She's the author of Simply Sourdough, a bestselling guide that has helped thousands of home bakers demystify the art of sourdough bread, and a passionate advocate for kindness, healing, and living a grounded life in an often-chaotic world.Kate lives in New South Wales, Australia, with her wife and their endlessly opinionated cats. She is also the creator behind Bakekat Kitchen, where she shares simple, joy-filled recipes that are often gluten-light, dairy-optional, and always made with heart. When she's not writing or speaking, you'll find her in the kitchen, in the garden, or outdoors, embracing the beauty of a slower, more intentional life.
