Living alone now (83 yrs) I also got tired of throwing away starter. I found portion wise of 4 oz. starter, 4 oz flour, 4 oz water. Works great. I get busy and forget about it being in the fridge, sometimes going three weeks but it is always there waiting for me. I have never had a failure with it. I mix my new batch, wash my KA container thoroughly, rinse with real hot water, fill with my new starter and leave it on the table until I go to bed at night. It will have already begun to activate and will continue to stay until I need it again. People get too anxious about it. It is a very forgiving substance. I use the leftover for pancakes, etc. and put them in the freezer. Also, I make the KA muffin recipe sometimes and take a little starter from my new batch to make a full cup and then follow the recipe. Turns out great. Thanks KAF.

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