Lessons E01 Beginner Starter Care

Welcome to the first *Saving Bread Lessons* episode. If sourdough starter has ever felt confusing, intimidating, or just plain high maintenance, this episode is for you. In this beginner-friendly lesson, we’re covering the foundations of starter care: what a starter actually is, how often to feed it, refrigeration, common mistakes, weird smells, and how to stop overthinking the process. Because keeping a healthy starter alive should feel approachable, not stressful. In this episode, we cover: • What a sourdough starter actually is • Feeding schedules and maintenance • Refrigerated vs. room temperature starter care • Feeding Ratios  • Common beginner mistakes • Troubleshooting sluggish or “weird” starters Whether you're brand new to sourdough or trying to rebuild confidence after a few failed loaves, this episode will help you build a stronger foundation. Long live real bread!