hi - here is my first starter, and it is only 5 days old and in the photo you can see the line after feeding last night. Although it has grown tons, and is it too soon to use?. Thanks. PS - I am feeding it 30%% rye and 70%% strong white 100%% hydration
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Looks like a ripper to me.
I'm no expert but if it was me I'd give it a shot for sure.
Yeah - might keep feeding it up until Saturday night and then give it a lash!
Might seam like an odd question but I am quite new to sourdough....Does everyone close the lid of their kilner jars? I'd really like to close mine, as it takes up more room with it open, but I haven't dared. I rather thought it migh explode!?
I have no doubt that if you close the lid and its an airtight seal then the kaboom will not be far away!
Just close the lid on the jar but don't lock it down with the spring. I quite often use a screw top jar with the lid screwed on half way but I also know that there's not enough starter to fill the jar. Covering it does help prevent contamination from outside agencies like kamikaze blowflies or curious cats.