Sourdough Starter
Ingredients
- Flour
Whole grain wheat, unbleached all purpose, and einkorn are all great choices.
- Filtered water
Directions
- 1
On day one, mix one cup of flour and one cup filtered water. Stir vigorously, making sure to scrape down the sides and incorporate everything. Place a clean tea towel over the bowl and set aside. Allow it to sit for 24 hours.
- 2
On day two, discard half of the mixture and repeat the process. Add one cup flour, one cup water, stir vigorously, and cover.
- 3
Repeat the day two instructions for days three, four, and five.
- 4
On days six and seven, do the same but feed it every 12 hours, instead of every 24.
- 5
By day seven, there should be enough beneficial bacteria and yeast present to bake sourdough bread and other fermented sourdough goodies, like pancakes and english muffins. You will know it’s working if it bubbles, and doubles in size.
Sourdough Starter
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of baking fresh, tangy sourdough bread right in your own kitchen? It all begins with a vibrant, homemade sourdough starter, and we're here to show you exactly how to cultivate one from scratch. Building your own sourdough starter is a profoundly rewarding journey, creating a living culture that's the heart of incredible baking. This approach focuses on simplicity and quality ingredients, ensuring you develop a robust starter ready to infuse your baked goods with unique flavor and provide wonderful sourdough health benefits. You'll embark on a fascinating process of nurturing a simple mixture of flour and water into a bubbling, active sourdough starter. The joy comes from watching it transform daily, developing its unique aroma and lively texture. This living culture will become the foundational ingredient for countless delicious creations, ready to infuse your baked goods with a distinctive tang and wonderful texture. Imagine the aroma of fresh bread filling your home, all thanks to this simple yet powerful culture you've brought to life, inspired by our favorite farmhouse traditions. The type of flour you choose can influence your starter's character. While unbleached all-purpose flour is a reliable choice, feel free to experiment with whole grain wheat flour for a more robust flavor, or even einkorn flour for unique qualities. Whichever you select, consistency and patience are key. Once active, your homemade sourdough starter opens up a world of culinary possibilities. We love using our starter in various ways around the farmhouse, from classic loaves to pancakes and more. It's truly a versatile ingredient that elevates everyday baking.