Sourdough Sorcery

The 4 Variables That Control Your Sourdough Starter

February 18, 2026·5 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

If your sourdough starter isn’t rising, seems weak, or won’t bounce back after sitting in the fridge, this episode will simplify everything. Your starter responds to just four variables: Flour Water Temperature Time In this episode, I walk you through how each of these affects activity and strength, why bleached flour can cause problems, why temperature control matters more than most people realize, and what to expect when reactivating a starter that has been unfed in the re...

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