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How to Tell if Your Starter is at Peak 1. Feed When Hungry • Use any ratio, but a heavy feed (like 1:3:3 or higher) makes it easier to test. 2. Watch the Rise • When your starter doubles, stir it down. • Wait and see if it grows again. 3. Interpret the Results • If it doesn’t grow again → your starter was at peak. • If it does grow again → you still have some time left. 4. Flavor Impact • Bake with a hungrier starter for a more sour loaf. • Bake with a starter at peak (or just before) fo...
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