Organic Sourdough Starter

*Dehydrated sourdough starter is highly recommended for shipping or for those who can't feed it the same day it's picked up.*

**Benefits of Sourdough Starter**

1. **Enhanced Flavor**: Sourdough starter gives your bread a distinctive tangy flavor that commercial yeast can't replicate.
2. **Improved Digestibility**: The natural fermentation process helps break down gluten and phytic acid, making sourdough bread easier to digest.
3. **Better Nutrient Absorption**: Sourdough fermentation boosts the bioavailability of nutrients like B vitamins, iron, magnesium, and zinc, allowing your body to absorb them more efficiently.
4. **Lower Glycemic Index**: Sourdough bread typically has a lower glycemic index compared to other breads, which can help regulate blood sugar levels and provide sustained energy.
5. **Natural Probiotics**: The fermentation process produces beneficial probiotics that support gut health and enhance digestion.
6. **Versatility**: Beyond bread, you can use sourdough starter in pancakes, waffles, muffins, and more, adding a unique flavor to a variety of dishes.

 **40g Live Sourdough Starter**

Our 40g Live Sourdough Starter is an active, bubbling culture of natural yeast and bacteria, carefully nurtured to bring the art of sourdough baking into your home. This starter is ready to infuse your bread with rich, complex flavors and achieve that perfect, chewy texture.

 **40g Dehydrated Sourdough Starter**

Ideal for bakers on the move or those who may not be able to feed their starter right away, our 40g Dehydrated Sourdough Starter is a dried, dormant culture. It’s lightweight, easy to store, and can be reactivated whenever you're ready to bake. Just add water and flour, and you’ll have a lively sourdough starter ready to use.

 **Difference Between Live and Dehydrated Starter**

The 40g Live Sourdough Starter is a ready-to-use, active culture that requires regular feeding to stay potent. The 40g Dehydrated Sourdough Starter, on the other hand, is a dried version designed for convenience. It can be stored for long periods without feeding and easily reactivated when you're ready to bake.

**Instructions for Feeding Live Sourdough Starter**

1. **Discard**: Remove half of the starter from its container. You can discard it or use it for recipes like pancakes or waffles.
2. **Feed**: Add 60g of unbleached flour and 120g of water to the remaining starter.
3. **Stir**: Mix well until the flour is fully incorporated.
4. **Rest**: Let the starter sit at room temperature for 4-6 hours, or until it becomes bubbly and doubles in size.
5. **Store**: Keep your starter in the refrigerator if not using it immediately. Feed it at least once a week. If kept at room temperature, feed daily. Cover loosely.

 **Instructions for Reactivating Dehydrated Sourdough Starter**

1. **Mix**: In a bowl, combine the 40g of dehydrated starter with 60g of lukewarm water. Stir until fully dissolved.
2. **Rest**: Let the mixture sit at room temperature for about an hour.
3. **Feed**: Add 60g of unbleached flour and 60g of water to the mixture. Stir well.
4. **Ferment**: Cover the bowl loosely and let it sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
5. **Repeat**: Over the next 2-3 days, repeat the feeding process (discard half, then add 60g each of unbleached flour and water), until the starter is bubbly and active.
6. **Maintain**: Once the starter is active, you can feed and use it just like the live starter.

Enjoy the benefits of baking with your very own sourdough starter and savor the delightful flavors of homemade sourdough bread!

We cannot be held responsible for unsuccessful results due to errors in handling or following instructions.