TIPS FOR MAKING SUCCESSFUL YEAST BREADS Recipe

Ingredients

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• • For rising kneaded dough, place the dough in a large greased bowl and cover loosely with plastic wrap. Put in a warm place, or place over a bowl of warm water. shopping list
• • To let the dough rise in the microwave, fill a measuring cup with water and microwave until the water boils. Place the bowl of dough in the microwave with the steaming water. shopping list
• • The top of the bread should be close to the middle of the oven. shopping list
• • To tell if the bread is done, tap the crust. If the loaf sounds hollow, it’s done. shopping list
• • Remove loaves from the pans immediately so the sides remain crusty, and place them on cooling racks to cool completely. shopping list
• • Place loaf on a cutting board and slice with a serrated bread knife. If bread is very fresh and warm, turn it on its side to avoid squashing the top. shopping list
• • Store breads and rolls in an airtight container in a cool place for 5 to 7 days. To freeze, place in a resealable food-storage plastic bag, seal, label and freeze for up to 3 months. shopping list