Learn how to manage your Sourdough Starter jar, so you can keep it clean enough to only need to change it out every 6 months or more.
The 4 key components of the method:
1. Scrape the dry bits inside the rim with a paring knife and add them back to the Starter, as long as they are not discolored.
2. Feed your Starter the water first and mix it into a creamy mixture before adding the flour. This will keep things cleaner.
3. Use a 9.5" ice cream spoon to mix your Starter during feeding; and then to spread the Starter on the side of the jar. Use the spoon to not only spread Starter on the sides of the jar but also to thoroughly scrape the dried flour this will help the spatula remove more mate...