Hybrid Brioche Cheddar Hamburger Buns/Rolls

[a_boleyn]

I froze away some of my first sourdough starter, last year, and pulled out 2 oz which I rehydrated and fed a few days earlier

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[spikesgirl58]

You see things like that in a professional bakery. I had no idea you could freeze starter. I wish I'd known that years ago (think decades).

That looks like a very tasty sandwich, indeed.

[a_boleyn]

LOL ... thank you.

I thought I'd give freezing a try as I had nothing to lose if it didn't work. Of course, you can also dry starter in a thin layer on a parchment paper lined baking sheet (or a commercial dryer if you have one), break it up into shards, and grind that into powder, if you want. You can store that in the freezer or pantry as well.

[spikesgirl58]

When and if I get into a baker kick again, I will remember that. Providing I can find some starter around here.

[a_boleyn]

With time, you can make your own and then store it until inspiration strikes. In the meantime, you can use the starter for pancakes, crackers etc. :)