Making sure the sourdough starter is healthy is the secret to a good sourdough bread, but it is also important for safety. It is possible for the starter to go bad.
The diverse ecosystem of bacteria and yeast found in sourdough bread actually gives it mold resistant properties!
Sourdough starter has a very acidic environment, mainly due to the lactic acid produced. This makes it extremely difficult for harmful bacteria to develop.
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