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What is the difference between using a natural starter and a yeast starter for bread dough preparation?
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In a natural starter, you mix your flour and water and let the mix sit in the air to absorb natural bacteria (yeast)cells from the air.. . In a yeast starter, you mix flour, water, and a bit of yeast. Cover it and then let that ferment.
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a natural starter is a sour dough usually made with potato water A yeast starter is started with yeast
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