Is it possible to freeze a starter? I love sourdough but the weekly feeding is like having another pet in the house (a lifetime commitment). I read your comments PJ about leaving your starter in the back of the fridge for six months, and luckily it was still okay. But mine have always turned pink and smelled awful! And its so wasteful to throw out (even into the compost bin). Thanks. Yes, Melissa - you can freeze it, albeit not indefinitely - I'd take it out and feed it every 3 months or so. Yeast does eventually die when frozen... You can also dry it and use the dried powder to start it up again - I've heard of people doing this when they move, though I couldn't give you the specifics. As with much or sourdough - experiment, try different things, and that's how you learn. Good luck - PJH

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