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My starter does not double
It can still be healthy. Different flours behave differently. Use it before it collapses.
Best feeding ratio?
Commonly 1:5:5 or 1:10:10. Stiff starters use ~1:5:2.5. Adjust for your schedule.
Liquid on my starter?
Hooch is normal. Your starter is just hungry. Pour it off or stir it in, then feed.
Why does my bread stay flat?
Check fermentation, shaping, scoring, and steam. Building more dough strength helps.
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