After a year of sourdough baking, the author reflects on their journey, realizing that the process is less daunting than depicted online. Initially overwhelmed with the numerous rules and requirements—like feeding schedules, flour types, and water temperature—they found their starter revived from months of neglect. This discovery led to a philosophy that embraces a casual approach to sourdough. The author contrasts their experience with the fervor exhibited by friends during the pandemic, emphasizing that sourdough doesn't have to be approached with such seriousness.
Throughout my year of sourdough baking, I've realized that the process doesn't need to be as complicated as it's often portrayed online. My relaxed method has worked for me.
That initial fear surrounding sourdough baking stemmed from the myriad of questions I had about maintaining my starter. In reality, my starter survived in the fridge for months with minimal effort.
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