Step 4 of 13 · Sourdough Starter From Scratch
Cover loosely — air must get in
Cover loosely — air must get in — step 4 of 13 in Sourdough Starter From Scratch. Cloth or paper towel over the mouth, secured with a rubber band. Do not screw a lid tight — gas needs to escape.

Free food & cooking tip: Cover loosely — air must get in (step 4 of 13 from "Sourdough Starter From Scratch").
Cloth or paper towel over the mouth, secured with a rubber band. Do not screw a lid tight — gas needs to escape.
Put the jar in a warm spot: top of fridge, near (not on) a router, or a turned-off oven with the light on.
You'll need
- Loose cover on
- Warm spot chosen
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