How long does the starter keep in its packaged form?
138617
'Forever' it's dry and dormant. I've hydrated some when I got it and some about a year later both were as successful.
1979342
I've kept mine one for 3 -4 hours at a time making Artisan French bread. Don't know why you'd need it for a sourdough starter though. They will grow in the frig.. And my poolish grows quite well at room temperature over nigh just sitting on the counter. I do like my Proofer and use it often.
997369
I have bought the "starter kit" twice now and it lasted me almost 3 months. I use it in the morning and before bed but sparing to stretch it out that long. I have seen results as I have been using it almost 6 months now.
1904765
I have had mine for awhile, so no guarantees that the packaging is still the same, but mine came in a nice box, just as it would if you bought it at a department store. (Even loose in a shipping box I would be thrilled to get this as a gift! I have been thinking about buying a second one. It's great for preserving, but also for making stock, double batches of spaghetti sauce, boiling lots of potatoes for thanksgiving...great value.)
741721
I keep it in the refrigerator after opening and use it within a month. Unopened on the self not sure I would contact manufacturer
1216894
I ordered mine around February. Just now, it's getting caked due to moisture. If you have it in a truly airtight jar, it should keep for a very long time. The little moisture-fighting packet gets less effective after awhile. But then, I'm just finishing it after 7 months.
1405513
I just received one a couple weeks ago, love it btw. It comes rolled up in a vacuum sealed plastic bag inside a card board box. I don't see any reason why you can't leave it packaged for as long as you need.
929962
The expiration date is on the bottom. The can unopened usually last 2 years. Opened and keep in a dry place can keep for a month and more. I used a teaspoon to scoop up the cereal. For starter, I give me son a mixture of cereal, baby food, and breast milk or formula. You can increase the amount of cereal and baby food as he/she gets older.
895282
I do nothing to the starter. I add it straight to the cooled milk. Make sure that the milk is cooled down to the 110 degrees!
1687612
I had opened a bag of this and used a small portion. I stored the remainder in a double zip lock bag. It lasted the for the 3 weeks it sat before I finished it. As for how long over all I can not give you a definitive answer on that part of your question. Make sure to keep it dry and I would think you would be ok.
1298477
The unit, with some packing that needs to be removed and two bottles of the solution. enough to last 20 - 28 days per the directions. This is intended to help keep the plastic medium wetted and to keep the unit kleen. I have only had it for three weeks.
1233561
i have never bought a starter for yogurt. i just use a couple of tablespoons of store bought yogurt, works fine. i have found that i must set the machine on it's longest setting, about 11 hours.
1565998
at least a year or two. I have bought lots of this product, and it is always absolutely fresh. even a year later it is still great.
868220
I hsve had mine for about a month. It is still fresh. In addition to sealing the package I also seal the package inside of a ziplock bag for double protection.
1301082
No, It will last longer than that after opening. I wouldn't push it more than a week though.
485774
I just kept in in the bred box and it was fine for several days in the cool weather. For longer or in warm weather, I'd refrigerate to prevent mold.
1250864
I have not had any go bad if it is unopened, but I found that it needs to be refrigerated after opening or it will grow mold on top. I would recommend using within 4 weeks of opening if it is kept refrigerated.