When to Feed Sourdough Starter: Nurturing the Heart of Artisan Bread
Knowing when to feed sourdough starter is akin to tending a living culture, a microbial ecosystem that breathes life into artisan bread. Picture a jar of bubbly, fragrant starter, its surface alive with tiny bubbles, a symphony of wild yeasts and lactic acid bacteria. This living sourdough is the heart of the bread-making process, imparting a distinct tang and complex flavor.