Step 1

In a mixing bowl large enough to let your starter double or triple in size, combine all ingredients. Stir well and cover with plastic wrap. This is your Day You should see a lot of activity this first day.

Step 2

If you prefer to store your starter in a glass jar, make sure there is enough room for the starter to double or triple in size. Do not seal, but leave room for air to come in and out.

Step 3

Place in a warm area of your kitchen.

Step 4

For Days 2-6, stir daily, scraping down the sides.

Step 5

On Day 6, stir well. Discard or bake with 1 cup. Feed the remaining starter 1 cup flour and 1 cup water. Stir well and let it sit on the counter overnight.

Step 6

Stir and place in the refrigerator. You don't need to stir it daily, though I recommend it. Repeat the above step once a week, allowing the starter to come to room temperature before feeding and removing one cup to bake with.

Step 7

If you need to take a break from your starter, freeze it after you feed it. Read more about that here: https://www.friendshipbreadkitchen.com/tutorial-storing-amish-friendship-bread-starter-for-future-use/