@cheriet03: One of the biggest myths in sourdough is that every starter is ready in 7 days. It's not. Some starters are ready in 5–7 days. Others need 10–14 days (or longer). Temperature, flour, water, and even the wild yeast in your home all play a role. The secret isn't following a calendar—it's learning what your starter is telling you. This carousel walks you through: 🥣 What to do each day 👀 What your starter should look like 👃 What it should smell like 🦠 What's actually happening inside the jar ⏳ And how to know when it's truly ready to bake. Remember: Your starter follows biology, not the calendar. Save this for later—you'll thank yourself on Day 7. 😉🫙🍞 #sourdough #sourdoughbread #sourdoughtok #sourdoughstarter #sourdoughforbeginners