I began my new adventure with starter 3 days ago. I have been feeding it every 8-12. I have seen just a few bubbles and a little liquid on top. This morning when I fed it was a little foamy. The consistency is like pancake batter. I have not seen any volume change yet. Does all this sound like it's suppose to? I also moved it to the oven with the light on, l thought my kitchen maybe too cool. Any thoughts because I don't know what to look for!! Thanks!
It will take a few days for the starter to really take off. I would give it a few more feedings to see how much stronger your starter can be. This is a great picture of what starter should end up like by the end of the process: https://blog.kingarthurflour.com/files/2012/02/Feb-4-20121-450x450.jpg Finally, the volume of the starter will rise and fall as the yeast feeds (when it starts to fall back down, that is a sign to feed it again before the yeast lose their activity. Persist and I am certain you will have zesty, vigorous starter soon! Kim@KAF
February 9, 2013 at 10:41am