Sourdough Starter W O Yeast

Capturing yeast spores is an ancient process. See if you can

Cook potato peelings until tender set potato water aside to cool and settle for hr.

Ladle off 2 c.

Water , leaving settlings.

In a sterilized 2-quart glass / ceramic bowl , using a wooden spoon , mix honey , flour and warm water.

Mix until thick batter forms.

Leave uncovered in your kitchen for hr.

To trap the yeast spores in the air.

Cover loosely with lightweight kitchen towel.

Let stand in warm place for 24 hours.

Stir then cover loosely.

Place starter in a warm place for 2 to 3 days or until it bubbles and smells sour.

Stirring once a day.

Place in a one quart jar and store in refrigerator.

Forevery cup of starter removed , replace with it w / one c.

Of spring water and one c.

Of flour.

If the starter is not used within one week , you must feed it by removing a cup and replacing it w / a c.

Of four and a cup of water.

If a clear liquid rises to the top of starter during storage , simply stir it back in.

If the liquid turns a light pink , it means the starter is.

potatoes, bottled water, honey, unbleached flour