Developing a Stiff Levain Culture

Day One. Initial Mix

Mix the Ingredients Well, cover with plastic, and let stand in a warm area (75° to 80°F) for 24 hours. Medium rye can replace the whole rye, but avoid using white rye flour. The white flour should be an unbleached bread flour with 11 to 12 percent protein. Since rye flour has a higher absorption rate than white, the hydration wil