How to Backup Your Sourdough Starter So You Never Lose It

Описание: I got a bit of a shock when I smashed my sourdough starter jar all over the kitchen floor. I set out to find out how the have a backup, and have always kept one since.

Step 1: ensure you start is at room temperature.

Step 2: feed your starter using your normal feeding process, ensuring there is enough starter leftover after creating a backup.

Step 3: lay out baking paper and spread your starter out as thinly as possible. Leave for
1-2 days.

Step 4: break up your starter, blend into a jar and place in a dated airtight container.

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Step 5: feed your starter using a 1:1:1 ratio initially, and then repeat the flour and water feeding right after. You may need to feed again the next day or as required to get the increase / double in starter size to be ready for baking.

Don’t risk ruin! Have a backup.

If you want the foundation between everything I’ve explained here, check out my video on sourdough starter maintenance here:

   • How to Maintain a Sourdough Starter - Simp...  

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