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A sourdough starter is a fermented mixture of flour and water that contains wild yeast and lactobacilli bacteria. It’s used as a natural leavening agent in bread baking. The wild yeast in the starter helps to leaven the bread dough, giving it rise, while the bacteria contribute to its characteristic tangy flavor. Sourdough starters can vary in flavor and strength based on factors like flour type, hydration level, and environmental conditions where they are maintained. They require regular feeding and maintenance to stay active and healthy.

You can order a dehydrated packet of my active starter. It comes with a guide that shows you day-by-day steps of rehydrating your starter and a recipe to bake your first loaf!

Sourdough geeks like myself, tend to name their starters – I really don’t know why – but you may check out the post below for some ideas to name yours!