How to Make a Homemade Sourdough Starter

This easy-to-follow recipe will guide you through the steps of creating your own homemade sourdough starter. With just a few simple ingredients and some patience, you can have a delicious, tangy sourdough starter that will be the perfect base for all your sourdough bread recipes. Get ready to experience the wonderful world of sourdough baking!

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup warm water
• 1/4 cup whole wheat flour

Directions

1. In a clean glass jar or container, combine the all-purpose flour and warm water. Stir until well combined.
2. Cover the jar with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
3. After 24 hours, add the whole wheat flour to the jar and stir well. Cover and let it sit at room temperature for another 24 hours.
4. Repeat this process of adding 1/4 cup whole wheat flour and stirring every 24 hours, for the next 5-7 days or until the mixture becomes bubbly and active.
5. Once your sourdough starter is bubbly and active, it is ready to use. Transfer it to a larger container if needed and refrigerate if not using immediately. You can now use this sourdough starter to make delicious sourdough bread.

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