A feeding ratio is written by weight as starter:flour:water. Equal flour and water additions do not necessarily mean equal amounts of all three components.
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Keeping 120 g starter and adding 60 g flour plus 60 g water makes 240 g total at a 1:0.5:0.5 ratio. That describes the refresh, not the time until the starter peaks. Observe the jar after feeding and use the starter guides to interpret its pattern.
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For quantities, use the hydration reference or arithmetic guides. For a complete cooking method, choose one of the published recipe references and follow its ingredients, equipment and process together.
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