Tips for Better Bread Making
Measuring and Weighing Ingredients
With bread machine baking, the most important step is accurately measuring and weighing ingredients. The bread pan has a limited capacity so ingredients must be measured accurately to prevent overflow onto the heating elements and to ensure the recipes rise and taste properly.
For best results, always accurately measure and weigh ingredients and add them to the bread pan in the order listed in the recipe.
NOTE
The recipes in this instruction booklet were developed using American imperial weights and measurements. These may differ slightly from metric weights and measurements, so care should be taken to compensate for variances.
Liquid Measuring Cups
For liquid ingredients, use transparent plastic or glass liquid measuring cups with the measurements marked clearly on the side. Do not use
Place the cup on a horizontal flat surface and view markings at eye level. The level of the liquid must be aligned to the appropriate measurement mark. An inaccurate measurement can affect the critical balance of the recipe. Liquid ingredients should be 80°F (27°C) unless stated otherwise.
Dry Measuring Cups and Spoons
For dry ingredients, use nested plastic or metal dry measuring cups and spoons. Do not use tableware cups or spoons.
It is very important to spoon or scoop the dry ingredients loosely into the measuring cup. There is no need to sift flour. NEVER scoop the cup into the flour bag, tap the cup or pack ingredients into the cup unless otherwise directed eg. packed brown sugar. This extra amount can affect the critical balance of the recipe. Level the top of the cup by sweeping the excess with the back of a knife or spoon handle. Dry ingredients should be at room temperature
When using measuring spoons for either liquid or dry ingredients such as yeast, sugar, salt, dry milk or honey, measurements should be level, not heaped.
Weighing Scales
For consistent results it is recommended to use weighing scales if possible as they provide greater accuracy than measuring cups. Place a container onto the scale, tare (or zero) the scales, then spoon or pour ingredients in until the desired weight is achieved.
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