The Complete Sourdough Starter Guide

In this Complete Sourdough Starter Guide, learn how to make an easy Sourdough Starter and diagnose and fix problems that might occur. No scale, no thermometer, no proofing box needed.
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Learn the secret to making an amazing starter with a process that is actually really easy to do. And I also share info on sourdough starter maintenance. I hope this will help teach you how to make a successful sourdough starter and how to make it bubbly and strong! Leave me a comment with any questions you might have about making this starter. I'm always happy to help!

▶Sourdough Starter Steps
Start Time: 2:26
First Feeding: 6:45
Second Feeding: 8:18
Third Feeding: 10:06
Day 7 Starter: 11:05
Diagnosing Problems: 12:20

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▶In this video, Mary from Mary's Nest shows How to Make a Sourdough Starter.

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[DosBear]

I have a little pointer for you. Instead of throwing away the half you keep separating just do the same to it as well and make 2 or 3 batches at the same time. They will all finish at the same time and you can put them all together at the end of the process.

[cherbx]

After watching your video, there is NO ONE that can mess up on their quest for the perfect starter! You have one of the best sourdough starter tutorials out there PLUS an absolutely magnificent and welcoming smile & the most pleasing & melodic of voices.
Thank you.

[kjvonly]

Okay. This worked so well. However, this is all I’ve been doing and eating. Sooo I have decided to start homemade yogurt for the next venture. I have gained 7lbs just from the bread. 🤣🤣🤣 wish me luck in my diet. Lol. I’ll have to start this over when I am able to control myself. My bread and I have a love hate relationship.🤣🤣🤣

[LeeAnthonyxxo]

You taught me how to make bone broth and now you're teaching me sourdough starter. Thank you for making such helpful videos.

[nadiaarkar]

I would call this video - Sourdough Starter Academy, .. I swear. I never found a video with such a professional presentation and so mush valuable information had been shared. THANK YOU so much! 💯👍🤝🍰

[sandra]

I can’t believe I watched something longer than 30 mins on Youtube besides concerts! Thanks for a wonderful instruction!

[heidisnow]

OMGosh. I'm sure I'm not the first to say this, but your voice is so chill. I feel like you are the female version of Bob Ross.

[eliaou]

Mary has a sweet, beautiful soft-spoken voice.

[mariaelenathomas]

Hi Mary, thank you for the clear directions. I've started my sourdough and I'm into day 3 - discarding twice a day. Last night and this morning I saved the discarded dough and made something like a crepe. It was so easy I wanted to share it with you and your viewers! One cup of discarded sourdough (1/2 cup last night and 1/2 cup this morning) with one egg and a tablespoon of sugar. I whisked it and cooked it thin like a crepe in a buttered non-stick pan until it was dry through and through. It folded and acted like a crepe - nice and elastic. I spread nutella in one of them and sprinkled sugar in the other. They were delicious!

[cohs]

I've watched hours of videos on making a sourdough starter and none of them were as simple and informative as yours! Thank you.

[candecarro]

NOBODY I've watched or read hasgone into the "issues" detail that Mary has in this video. I have been ready to give up. She's given me the confidence to go forward!! Thank you, Mary!! So many GREAT tips.

[mariaelenathomas]

Today I made an even easier, more delicious, savory flat bread out of my discard. I poured the sourdough batter right onto the frying pan (over a teaspoon of oil) and cooked it like a pancake. While the top was still wet I sprinkled chopped chives and salt flakes all over. When it was dry, I flipped it over. I kept it on low heat until both sides were crisp and golden. What a delicious savory snack!

[linda]

Her voice, I had to restart this three times, its like she’s telling me a bed time story .I am not bored, she is so peaceful .. She needs to do a video on “ How to be so peaceful “

[eatoffthegoodchina]

Day 52 of isolation and sourdough has become my obsession. I’ve watched so many videos on how to start and all have failed 😞 You are the first to discuss water! I’ll start again today and I’m not leaving isolation until I produce a loaf of bread. Thanks Mary, you’ve given me hope 🥖

[JohnnyJiuJitsu]

This is one of the most comprehensive starter tips videos I’ve seen in the 4 years of sourdough making.

[nicolejessy]

This is exactly the video Im looking for, Thank you so much. Everyone else is making it so complicated with hard to find flours. You are a gem, and got yourself a new follow 😁💝

[dianebrodeen]

My new starter was doing great, but I went to do the first feeding this morning and found mold on top! Started a new one right away. Determined to have a successful starter! Thanks for all your detailed instructions and hints!

[mindfulmaximalist]

I love how you say everything with a smile.

[addemfrench]

I like this lady, she seems super encouraging and friendly, and helpful!

[kerriofczarzakkfofczarzak]

Let me just say… Thanks to my sweet wonderful YouTube friend Mary and the awesome new cookbook of hers that my wonderful sister in law gave me I have achieved sourdough starter using my freshly milled flour. Thank you so much Mary for the confidence you give and the way you explain how to step by step do this. Much love and God bless