starter help
hi all...i found arecipe
1 pk active dry yeast
1/2 c warm water
2 c warm water
2 c all purpose flour
1 tb sugar or honey
dissolve 1 pkg active dry yeast in 1/2 cup warm water.Stir in 2 cups warm
water,2 cups all purpose flour,and 1 tbsp sugar or honey.Beat till
smooth.Cover bowl with cheesecloth.Let stand at room temp for 5-10 days or
till mixture has a fermented aroma,stirring 2-3 times a day. To
store,transfer sourdough started to a jar.Cover with cheesecloth and
refrigerate.Do Not cover jar tightly with a metal lid. To use started,bring
desired amount to room temp.Replenish starter after each useby stirring 3/4
cup flour,3/4 cup water,and 1 tsp sugar or honey into remaining
starter.Cover and let stand a t room temp at least 1 day or till
bubbly.Refrigerate for later use.
the 1st. day it foamed up but when i stired it the first time it came back with a yellow liquid on top...i stired it 3 more times into thew next day but its still the same...did i do something wrong...thanks for all input...