How to Make Sourdough Starter From Scratch

1 Day 1: In a clean glass jar , [https://amzn.to/3SoEiaC] mix together 120g
unbleached all purpose flour and 120g room temperature filtered water. (120g
flour is 1 cup and 120g water is 1/2 cup)

2 Mix well: Use a wood spurtle or spatula to thoroughly combine the flour and
water mixture until there are no dry lumps remaining.

3 Cover and let it sit: Loosely cover the container with a lid, clean kitchen
towel or plastic wrap. Place it in a warm spot at room temperature, away from
direct sunlight.

4 Wait and observe: Let the mixture sit undisturbed for 24 hours. During this
time, wild yeasts from the environment and the flour will start colonizing the
mixture, kick-starting the fermentation process.

5 Day 2: Feed the starter: After 24 hours, you may notice some activity, such as
bubbles forming on the surface. This is a good sign that the yeasts and bacteria
are becoming active. Discard about half of the mixture, and then feed it with
120g flour and 120g room temperature water. Mix well. Cover. Leave on your
counter for another day.

6 Days 3-7: Repeat this process: Every day, repeat the process of discarding half
of the starter and feeding it with 120g flour and 120g water. This helps
establish a strong and healthy community of yeasts and bacteria. Your starter
may begin to stink, do not worry, it is normal and the smell will improve as the
starter becomes more mature. Optional: Days 5-7 you may discard and feed twice a
day to really encourage your starter's growth.

7 Watch for signs of readiness: As the days pass, you will notice the starter
becoming more active, with increased bubbling and a pleasant, slightly tangy
aroma. This is a sign that your sourdough starter is maturing and can be used to
make bread. If your starter doubles in size in 6-8 hours, this is a good sign
that it is ready to be baked with.

8 Day 8: Start baking with your sourdough starter: Once your starter is active,
you can use it to make delicious sourdough bread or other baked goods. Remember
to reserve a small portion of the starter as a "seed" so you can continue
feeding and maintaining it for future use.

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