Sourdough Starter

Directions

1. 1
   Mix yeast with 1/2 cup warm water.
2. 2
   Mix sugar with 2 cups warm water and flour.
3. 3
   Add yeast mixture; let set in glass jar covered with a cloth for 5 days.
4. 4
   Put the initial Sourdough Starter in refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
5. 5
   Take out and feed with this mixture: 3/4 cup sugar, 1 cup warm water and 3 tablespoons instant potatoes. Mix well and add to starter.
6. 6
   Let starter stand out of refrigerator all day (8 to 12 hours) or until very bubbly.
7. 7
   Remove 1 cup to make bread and return remaining to the refrigerator.
8. 8
   Keep in refrigerator 3 to 5 days and feed again.
9. 9
   If not making bread after feeding starter, throw away 1 cup.