Sourdough Starter(Basic Batter) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pkg. dry yeast
1/2 c. warm water
2 1/2 c. flour
2 c. warm water

Preparation

In glass or crock bowl, dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup water.
Add flour and remaining water.
Mix well and allow to stand, loosely covered, in warm place 3 to 5 days.
Each time batter is used, reserve 1 cup batter to use as a starter for another batch.
May be kept in refrigerator indefinitely.