Activating your sourdough starter

Mix 1/2 cup all purpose flour,

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons lukewarm pure water,

1 TABLESPOON OF SUGAR (THIS TIME ONLY)

package of starter powder in a bowl.

Cover bowl with CLING WRAP, this helps to keep the starter from drying out and forming a crust on top, and put on the counter or in a warm place.

On the second day just stir it up.

On the third day add an additional 1/2 cup all purpose flour and 1/2 cup of lukewarm water, stirring to mix.

By 48 hours you should see bubbles and signs of life.

On the fourth day add 1/2 cup lukewarm water and 1/2 cup all purpose flour. (seems to be a pattern here)

Feeding your starter daily for about 5 days will help it reach full activity and flavor.

At day five you may continue to keep your starter at room temperature feeding it daily or put it in the refrigerator and feed it at least once weekly.

The secret to successful sourdough baking is FRESHLY FED STARTER !