The Clever Carrot, founded by Emilie Raffa, has been the trusted destination for beginner sourdough bakers since 2012. With millions of monthly visitors, she’s your “start here” person, known for her no-nonsense sourdough bread recipes, discard recipes and homemade pasta tutorials (read more about Emilie here).
What We’re Known For
We simplify sourdough for beginners. What sets us apart is how we teach: what worked, what didn’t, and why, so you can learn from experience (not perfection).
How We Do It:
- Vigorously-tested recipes: 3-5x before publishing by Emilie & home cooks with real-world perspective.
- Hands-on guidance: see every step in action (not just the end product)
- Clear explanations: we explain why things work.
- Ongoing support: answers to your questions and guidance from a real person to help you succeed.
Our Most Popular Recipes:
- Beginner Sourdough Bread
- Beginner Sourdough Starter Recipe
- Easy Sourdough Sandwich Bread
- Best Sourdough Pasta {1 hr or Overnight}
To get started, check out Sourdough Bread: a Beginner’s Guide.
Trusted & Cited By
The Clever Carrot has been cited by some of the most respected names in food publishing including Food & Wine, Oprah Magazine, Saveur, The Washington Post, Sur La Table, The Huffington Post and beyond. But more importantly, it’s trusted daily by millions of bakers who return to us for clear instruction, reliable insight, and recipes that work.
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