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80% Hydration Sourdough Starter: A Baker’s Gold and a Culinary Cornerstone
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In the realm of bread-making, the 80% hydration sourdough starter stands as a culinary cornerstone, a living culture that breathes life into loaves. It is a mixture of flour and water, fermented by wild yeast and bacteria, boasting a hydration level of 80%, meaning that for every 100 grams of flour, 80 grams of water are added.