Sourdough Starter Woes: Understanding and Resolving the “Not Rising” Conundrum
In the world of sourdough baking, a common hurdle bakers encounter is the dreaded “sourdough starter isn’t rising” scenario. This issue arises when a sourdough starter, a fermented mixture of flour and water used to leaven bread, fails to exhibit the expected growth and activity. Imagine the disappointment of dedicating time and effort to nurturing a starter, only to find it remains sluggish and unresponsive.