Thanks. I have another question. Once I remove a cup of discard and feed my starter, that is now a 'fed' starter. But if I put it back in the fridge for a few days or a week - is it still 'fed' or do I need to remove another cup and feed again? I fed mine on Sunday, let it sit out for the day, and then put it back in the fridge -- Once you feed your starter, Ann, it's "fed" until you put it back in the fridge and it becomes dormant again – at which point, if you need fed starter, you need to take it out and feed it again. That said, you can certainly use the starter without feeding it; it'll simply be less active, and your bread will take longer to rise. Good luck with your sourdough baking – it's fun, isn't it? PJH

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