Re: How Much Salt to Use

On Oct 14, 10:47 am, "*** Adams" <bada...@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
"Caroline" wrote ...

I use a total of 1/2 C starter, 3 C flour, 1-14 C water AND 1-1/2 tsp.
salt. This amount is perfect for me.

How much of your flour (weight or mass) does your cup (C) hold?

Having that, knowing the density of water, and figuring a
tsp. is 5 grams ~ 1/6 ounce, and understanding a cup measures
8 fluid ounces, we could express your choice for salt amount as
a per cent, which might be more useful to some.

My guess is that most people would use about twice as much
salt as you do.  Maybe you will live longer.

Hi ***:
First, forgive the typo. I meant to type 1-1/4 C water.
I don't weigh my ingredients. One of these days I'll get a digital
scale, but in the meantime, I used a cheapo scale I had and weighed
1/2 C of Gold Medal Better for Bread flour--2-1/2 oz.--and doubled the
amount = 5 oz. per cup. I use a half-cup size because it's easier to
dig into the flour with. I don't swipe with a knife, just shake it to
approximate a level measure. (for shame!!).
I hope this is clear. I love this site!!
Caroline
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