1 tsp. active dry yeast =3/4 tsp. instant yeast
1.5 tsp. active dry yeast =1 tsp. instant yeast
2 tsp. active dry yeast =1.5 tsp. instant yeast
Yeast must be stored in the refrigerator, as the fungus in it will be killed at high
temperature, before using, check the production date and storage life of your yeast. Store it
back to the refrigerator as soon as possible after each use. Usually the failure of bread
rising is caused by the bad yeast.
The ways described below will check whether your yeast is fresh and active.
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(1) Pour 1/2 cup warm water (45-50
C) into a measuring cup.
(2) Put 1 tsp. white sugar into the cup and stir, then sprinkle 2 tsp. yeast over the water.
(3) Place the measuring cup in a warm place for about 10min. Do not stir the water.
(4) The froth should be up to 1 cup. Otherwise the yeast is dead or inactive.
9. Salt
Salt is necessary to improve bread flavor and crust color. But salt can also prevent yeast
from rising. Never use too much salt in a recipe. Bread is larger if it is without salt.
10. Egg
Eggs can improve bread texture, make the bread more nourish and large in size, the egg
must be peeled and stirred evenly.
11. Fat, butter and vegetable oil
Fat makes bread soft and prolongs storage life. Butter should be melted or chopped to
small particles before using.
12. Baking powder
Baking powder is used for rising bread and cake. As it does not need rise time and it can
produce the air, the air will form bubble to soften the texture of bread utilizing chemical
principle.
13. Soda
It is similar with baking powder. It can also be used in combination with baking powder.
14. Water and other liquid
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Water is essential ingredient in bread making. Water temperature between 20
C and 25
C
is the best. Water may be replaced with fresh milk or water mixed with 2% milk powder,
which may enhance bread flavor and improve crust color. Some recipes need juice for the