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pasta madre cracked edges

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Verved

pasta madre cracked edges

 Anybody know why I'm getting cracked edges like this in my pasta madre? It's 40% hydration, hasn't happened in the previous feeds and even it came out of the mixer it was nice and smooth.

 

Am I overworking it?

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SueVT

When I have seen this, it usually has indicated that the balance in my lievito madre is off. Continue feeding it consistently, mix for around 7 minutes, then allow to sit for 10 minutes before rolling.