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Complete Guide to Sourdough Starter: From Creation to Creative Uses

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What is a Sourdough Starter?

A sourdough starter is a living culture of wild yeast and beneficial bacteria. When flour and water are combined, they capture natural yeasts from the environment, creating a sustainable, natural leavening agent that can be used indefinitely with proper care.

Making Your Sourdough Starter

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose or whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) water (unchlorinated)

Equipment Needed

  • Glass jar or container (at least 4 cups capacity)
  • Wooden or plastic spoon
  • Kitchen scale (recommended)
  • Rubber band or marker (to track growth)

7-Day Process

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