Our Story
Hello, I’m Rita — your neighbor in Odessa, Fl and a guardian of fermentation alchemy. My promise: only organic flour, water, salt, and our wild sourdough starter touch your bread. No additives. No compromises. Just honest bread, kneaded with soul.
My journey began in my grandma’s sun-dappled village kitchen. Summers tasted of woodsmoke and her crusty rye — a flavor that still lives in my bones. She’d pull loaves from the brick oven, whispering: “Baby, real bread isn’t made with hands. It’s made with time.” Those words became my compass.
That lesson led me to study under masters of traditional breadcraft — including bakers trained in the Caprano method, a centuries-old European approach rooted in hand-fed sourdough and slow fermentation. I learned the art of living bread from a mentor who taught me: “Bread isn’t just baked. It’s raised with time, patience, and care.”
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72-hour fermentation: Maximizes flavor & digestibility (slow fermentation breaks down gluten and phytic acid for better digestion and nutrient absorption).
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Intentional shaping: Hands carefully folding the living dough.
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Respect for nature: Trusting wild yeast’s natural rhythm.
Today, Flour and Soul merges grandma’s wisdom with the time-honored Caprano technique. The result? A crust that crackles and a crumb that dances.
Taste the proof.
The Bread
Why Sourdough? Science, Soul & Sustenance
Beyond a Loaf: Digestible, Nutritious, Crafted with radical Care
The Health Alchemy of Wild Fermentation
Our 72-hour sourdough isn’t just delicious — it’s gentler and richer than commercial bread. Here’s why:
Your Gut Will Thank You
✦ Breaks Down Gluten: Long fermentation pre-digests proteins → easier on sensitive stomachs (studies show 70% less FODMAPs!).
✦ Neutralizes Anti-Nutrients: Phytic acid (which blocks mineral absorption) is reduced by 90% vs. yeast bread.
✦ Natural Probiotics: Lactic acid bacteria boost microbiome health.
Nutrient Powerhouse
✦ 2–4× More Bioavailable Minerals: Iron, zinc & magnesium from heirloom grains unlock fully.
✦ Lower Glycemic Index: Steady energy, no sugar spikes (ideal for diabetics).
Pure & Simple
✦ Only 4 Ingredients: Organic flour, water, salt, wild starter.
✦ No Additives: Never dough conditioners, preservatives, or sugar.
Taste the Difference Time Makes.
Commercial VS Flour and Soul Sourdough
Aspect
Commercial Supermarket Bread
Flour & Soul Sourdough
Why It Matters
Ingredients
• Wheat flour (often bleached)
• Water
• Yeast (instant, GMO)
• Sugar/HFCS (for browning)
• Vegetable oils (palm/canola)
• Chemical Additives:
– Dough conditioners (DATEM, SSL)
– Preservatives (Calcium propionate)
– Emulsifiers (Mono/diglycerides)
– Artificial enzymes (α-amylase)
• Organic heirloom flour
• Spring water
• Himalayan salt
• Wild sourdough starter
(4 ingredients only)
• Additives = gut inflammation
• HFCS → insulin spikes
• Bleached flour = stripped nutrients
Fermentation
1–2 hours (accelerated yeast)
72+ hours
(wild yeast + bacteria)
• Slow fermentation:
– Pre-digests gluten
– Boosts bioavailability
– Creates natural probiotics
Nutrition
• Synthetic "fortification" (iron, B vitamins)
• High glycemic index (75–85)
• Phytic acid blocks mineral absorption
• Naturally high in:
– B vitamins
– Iron, zinc, magnesium
• Low glycemic index (53)
• Phytic acid reduced by 90%
• Real nutrients > synthetic
• Balanced blood sugar
• Better mineral uptake
Digestibility
Often causes bloating/gas due to:
• Undigested gluten
• Additives disrupting microbiome
• Gluten partially broken down
• Lactic acid aids digestion
• No gut irritants
• 84% of gluten-sensitive customers report no issues with our sourdough (2024 survey)
Preservatives
Added to extend shelf life (7–14 days or even more):
• Calcium propionate (mold inhibitor)
• Sorbic acid
• Citric acid from GMO corn
None.
Stays fresh:
• 5 days (linen wrap)
• 3 months (frozen)
• Preservatives linked to migraines & hyperactivity in children (Harvard Health, 2023)
Flavor & Texture
Uniform, bland taste
Gummy, cake-like crumb
Uniform, bland taste
Gummy, cake-like crumb
• Natural Maillard reaction > sugar browning
• Wild yeast creates depth
Production
Mass-produced in factories
Machines only
Hand-mixed + folded
Small batches
• Human touch = quality control
• No over-oxidation of dough
How to order
Sacred Simplicity: Order Your Loaf in 3 Minutes
Choose your ritual: one-time porch pickup or soul-nourishing subscription.
Method
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Place Your Order
One - Time Order
· Order online 48+ hours before desired pickup/delivery.
· Bake days: Wed, Sat (fresh from the oven by 7 AM).
· "Forgot to order?" Limited same-day loaves may appear at the porch pantry!
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Choose Your Pickup/Delivery
How It Works
Best For
Porch Pickup
Grab from our rustic pantry shelves at 12902 Payton st, Odessa (Wednesday and Saturday)
Early birds, locals
Home Delivery
Loaf arrives at your doorstep on Wednesday and Saturday till 8 am-12 pm (free within 5 miles!). Availible only for Starkey Ranch residents!
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Pay Your Way
Online Orders (Card Required):
· Subscriptions: Full month prepaid at signup (auto-renew reminder 3 days prior).
· One-time orders: Pay securely via website.
Porch Pickup Payments (Contact-Free):
Subscribers, busy bees
· Venmo/Zelle: Scan QR code on pantry shelf.
· Cash: Drop bills/coins in our iron lockbox (bolted to the porch).
Key Details
· Order Cutoff: 48 hours before bake day (e.g., Order by Mon for Wed delivery, and by Wed for Sat delivery).
FLOUR & SOUL: YOUR SOURDOUGH QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Pick your bread and order
From the oven with a soul to your table — Real sourdough, no compromises!
Contact Us
Find Us Where the Dough Rises & the Sun Shines
Our Hearth
📍 Flour & Soul Home Bakery
12902 Payton St, 12902, Odessa, Florida
Need Help? Reach Out!
Opening Hours
📞 Text/Call Rita: (469) 328-4217
(9 AM - 5 PM, Mon-Fri)
✉️ Email: amrjaxpro@gmail.com
(Responses within 12 hours)
💬 DM Us: @flourandsoulbread (Instagram)
(Bread stories + sneak peeks!)
Mon - Sun
7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Bread replenished fresh at dawn.
Early birds get the warmest loaves!
YUMMMY