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Started my sourdough starter, now I have a question...

butterflygrooves's picture
butterflygrooves

Started my sourdough starter, now I have a question...

I used the Pineapple Juice Solution since everyone had good things to say about it; it's about 20 hours old now, no bubbles yet (as expected).  I noticed this morning that some of the liquid has seperated and is sitting on top. 

Do I need to stir it back in or wait until I feed it in a few hours?

SourdoLady's picture
SourdoLady

It is good to stir your starter frequently, vigorously, several times a day. Good luck with it!

Debra Wink's picture
Debra Wink

Separation isn't anything to worry about, and stirring in between isn't required unless you live in a climate where mold is particularly aggressive.

Let me know if you run into any trouble.

-dw

butterflygrooves's picture
butterflygrooves

Thanks Debra!  I waited until feeding time last night to stir it all up, there was a bit of seperation again this morning so I stirred it in.  I will leave it alone in the future.