A strong, vigorous starter is key to baking lofty, open-crumbed sourdough bread. But troubleshooting a weak, runny starter leaves many bakers frustrated. Let’s cut through the noise to pinpoint why starters can lack oomph—and how to make a stiff sourdough starter. Create a stiff starter perfect for baking flavorful loaves with an airy interior crumb and crackly crust. With just a few simple tweaks, you’ll have a robust starter raring to leaven! #sourdoughstarter #sourdoughbread #baking
