Sourdough Starter - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pkg. dry yeast
3 c. warm water (105~ to 115~), divided
2 c. all-purpose flour, sifted
2 Tbsp. sugar
Starter Food

Preparation

Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water, stirring well.
Let stand 5 minutes or until bubbly.
Combine remaining water and mix well.
Add dissolved yeast and stir well.
Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let stand in a warm place (80\u00b0 to 85\u00b0) for 72 hours, stirring 2 to 3 times daily.
Use within 11 days.