Unless there's no other way around it, ONLY use KA AP flour. I'm serious about this. Ail order if you have to. The starter should be AP-based due the protein content. KA is far, far (did I say "far"?) more consistent than a brand like Gold Medal, whose content can and does change based on what part of the country you're in. If shipping is an issue, wait for the shipping discounts, and/or buy KA AP flour in the 10- or 25-lb. bags.

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