We’re winding down this year’s Sourdough Month here at Twice as Tasty. I’ve been sending out far fewer packets than in the last couple of years, but it’s been exciting to see others sharing and receiving sourdough starter locally and through the Sharing fermented starters Facebook group. One of the things I love about this online group is that people are sharing so many ferments, with kefir grains some of the more popular at the moment. The other thing to love is that this group is active all year, around the world. So if January wasn’t your sourdough month, you can request starter within the group whenever you’re ready to join in the fermentation fun.

I put a different spin on that fun this week in my Twice as Tasty column for the Flathead Beacon. It pushes beyond soft, chewy loaves like Herb-and-Salt Sourdough Focaccia to a bake that satisfies the craving for something crispy and crunchy.

Learn more about baking sourdough pita bread and get the complete recipe for Twice-Baked Sourdough Pita Chips in my column. If you need starter, you can request it in the Sharing fermented starters Facebook group. Sourdough starter loves to be shared, so if you already have an active jar in your kitchen, I encourage you to share your starter through that group.

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Sourdough pita chips have enough fermented tang that they’re tasty with just a sprinkling of salt or when fully flavored by herbs or other toppings. But if you prefer to dip your chips, the taste of sourdough and any toppings still complements any dip you want to scoop. My favorite dips tend to double down on the ferments by including homemade yogurt or home-smoked cheese. I’m also partial to bean dips, which can be so thick that they’re best enjoyed with a sturdy pita chip or sourdough crackers.

Here are just a few of my favorite dip recipes on the blog. You can find more in the recipe index.

• Creamy White Bean and Yogurt Dip
• Roasted Garlic Hummus
• Chermoula-Yogurt Dip
• Tzatziki (Cucumber Yogurt Sauce)
• Quick Beer–Cheese Dip
• Onion Lover’s Dip

If you need bowls and platters to hold your chips and dip, you can read my reviews of several options in this article for The Spruce Eats. You can find more of my work off the blog here.

Need starter? Join the Sharing fermented starters Facebook group to request sourdough starter, scoby, kefir grains, and more. If you are not a Facebook user, contact me by January 31, 2024, for details on how to request sourdough starter directly from me.