Makes about 1 1/2 cups 1/3 c Instant nonfat dry milk
1 c Lukewarm purified water 3 T Lowfat plain yogurt
-(90- to 105 F) 1 c All-purpose flour
Rinse 1 1/2- to 2-quart glass or ceramic bowl with hot water several
minutes and wipe dry. Combine water and dry milk in bowl, stirring
until milk is dissolved. Blend in yogurt. Cover with plastic wrap
and let stand in warm draft-free area until consistency of yogurt,
about 12 to 24 hours. Using plastic spoon, gradually add flour,
blending until smooth. Cover and let stand in warm draft-free area
until mixture is full of bubbles and has sour aroma, about 2 to 4
days. The starter is now ready to use. Store covered in refrigerator
in plastic or ceramic container (do not use glass).
Yields
1 servings