Step 1 of 13 · Sourdough Starter From Scratch
Gather flour, water, and a clean jar
Gather flour, water, and a clean jar — step 1 of 13 in Sourdough Starter From Scratch. Set out bread flour, filtered water, a 500 ml glass jar, scale, and spoon. Wipe the jar dry — soap residue slows fermentation.

Free food & cooking tip: Gather flour, water, and a clean jar (step 1 of 13 from "Sourdough Starter From Scratch").
Set out bread flour, filtered water, a 500 ml glass jar, scale, and spoon. Wipe the jar dry — soap residue slows fermentation.
Label the jar "Starter Day 1" with today's date. You will thank yourself on day 4.
You'll need
- Flour open
- Jar washed and dry
- Scale zeroed
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