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gopher_byrd · Mar 12, 2026

How about some homemade crackers. Pretty simple really. 200 grams of sourdough starter discard mixed with 2 tbsp of melted butter. Spread it out in a thin layer on parchment paper in a cookie sheet. Top with whatever you want. I used everything bagel on one batch and the other batch was salt, garlic powder, and herbs. I should have paid more attention on the second batch as the edges are pretty brown, but still tasty.

Jimi · Mar 12, 2026

gopher_byrd said:
How about some homemade crackers. Pretty simple really. 200 grams of sourdough starter discard mixed with 2 tbsp of melted butter. Spread it out in a thin layer on parchment paper in a cookie sheet. Top with whatever you want. I used everything bagel on one batch and the other batch was salt, garlic powder, and herbs. I should have paid more attention on the second batch as the edges are pretty brown, but still tasty.

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Those look delicious, I love sourdough

CrazyChef v2.0 · Mar 13, 2026

gopher_byrd said:
sourdough starter discard

I HATE the term "sourdough discard". It's only discard if you throw it away. Otherwise, it's just plain sourdough starter.

CrazyChef v2.0 · Mar 14, 2026

gopher_byrd said:
How about some homemade crackers. Pretty simple really. 200 grams of sourdough starter discard mixed with 2 tbsp of melted butter. Spread it out in a thin layer on parchment paper in a cookie sheet. Top with whatever you want. I used everything bagel on one batch and the other batch was salt, garlic powder, and herbs. I should have paid more attention on the second batch as the edges are pretty brown, but still tasty.

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They look great! Did you use a flat starter or did you feed it first and let it come back to life? The reason I ask is that I have a jar of starter in my fridge that's a little over 2 years old that I only feed when I need to use it.

gopher_byrd · Mar 14, 2026

CrazyChef v2.0 said:
They look great! Did you use a flat starter or did you feed it first and let it come back to life? The reason I ask is that I have a jar of starter in my fridge that's a little over 2 years old that I only feed when I need to use it.

It's leftover flat starter that has been building up for a while. I'm not looking for them to raise up, just the flavor from the fermenting.

BTW I agree with you about not calling it discard because I'm not throwing it away. It's just the term everyone uses.

Jimi · 2026-03-27T16:31:12-0400

Here's a tasty treat that is healthy for you

Hello ,

Strawberry season is here and if you have been reaching for these little red gems, your hormones will thank you.

Strawberries are one of the most underrated hormone-supportive foods you can eat.

Rich in vitamin C — supports your adrenal glands, especially when stress is high

Loaded with antioxidants — help calm inflammation and protect your cells

High in fiber — supports blood sugar balance and healthy estrogen elimination

Boosts collagen production — for glowing skin and a body that feels supported from the inside out

This week I am sharing one of my favorite quick meals, a creamy strawberry shake that is satisfying and simple enough to make any morning.

Strawberry Bliss Shake

Ingredients:

20–30g good quality vanilla protein powder (look for one with clean ingredients and no added sugar)
2 tbsp ground flax seed
1 cup fresh or frozen organic strawberries, warmed in their own juice
1 tbsp organic unsweetened almond butter
½ cup water or unsweetened coconut milk

Directions:Blend all ingredients with ice until smooth. Adjust liquid to your liking and enjoy!

This one is creamy, nourishing and genuinely delicious. I hope it becomes a springtime staple for you.

Let me know if you give it a try!

Love,

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