sourdough bread *starter*

never made sourdough bread before.  hopefully this turns out!  i just started my starter last night.  i stirred it this morning and looks good (i think...seeing as i have nothing to compare it it!).  it needs to rise for 2-5 days.  i am posting the recipe in case anyone wants to start this bread journey with me!  :)

2 cups all purpose flour (our any flour you decide to use)
2 teaspoons granulated sugar (this helps jumpstart the yeast process, but it's an optional step)
2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (105 to 115 degrees F)

mix flour, sugar, and yeast in a glass bowl (don't use plastic or metal). bowl needs to hold 2 quarts.  gradually stir in the water until it starts to form a foamy paste.  it will look lumpy, but it's okay.  cover with a dish cloth and let it sit in a warm, draft free place.  let sit out for 2-5 days, stirring once a day.  the start is ready when it develops a pleasant sour smell and looks bubbly.  once it starts bubbling, start to feed it daily with flour and water (you will remove 1 cup of the starter-use in baked item or give to friend, or toss.  replace with 1 cup flour 1 cup warm water).  let sit out for a few hours, covered  to become active before using in your baking.  remember, this is just the starter for the bread.  you will add this to your sourdough recipe.

i will post pictures of the bread once I make it and let you know how it turned out!  wish me luck!  :)