For over a thousand years, the monks of the secluded Camaldoli Monastery in Tuscany have preserved a remarkable living tradition—an ancient sourdough starter known as Duccio. This mysterious and powerful strain is said to have been in continual use since the monastery’s founding, passed down through generations of bakers who relied on it to craft bread with deep, complex flavors. Legend tells of monks carefully feeding and tending to this sacred culture, ensuring its survival through centuries of change, from the medieval era to the present day. This baby was a challenge to obtain, traveling from Italy to Britain and then here to Canada. Fascinated by this incredible legacy, I was eager to bring Duccio’s ancient strength into the world of low-carb baking.
But even starters with legendary histories are not all the same—only the strongest and most resilient can be transformed for a modern, low-carb environment. Duccio possesses a unique fermentation power, capable of thriving even with reduced carbohydrate levels, thanks to its exceptionally active wild yeast and lactobacilli. With proper care and feeding, this ancient strain will awaken, bringing centuries of tradition into your low-carb kitchen with astonishing strength and flavor. Sinless Sourdough Low Carb Duccio DSS is a time-honored culture that preserves the ancient traditions of the Camaldoli Monastery while thriving in the modern world of low-carb baking. With proper care, this starter will flourish, transforming your baking experience and providing a rich, flavorful loaf that bridges the past and the present.