Sourdough Starter Day 5: Unlocking the Secrets of Fermentation
Sourdough starter day 5 marks a crucial juncture in the sourdough bread-making process, representing the halfway point in the starter’s development. During this stage, the starter, a mixture of flour and water, undergoes a remarkable transformation as it becomes teeming with wild yeast and beneficial bacteria. One notable sourdough starter is San Francisco’s “Mother Dough,” which has been continuously maintained and used since 1849, showcasing the endurance and resilience of these microbial ecosystems.