3)Use your finger to form a well (hole) In the flour where you will pour the yeast. Yeast must NEVER come into contact wlth a liquid when you are adding ingredients. Measure the yeast and carefully pour it into the well.

4)Snap the baking pan into the breadmaker and close the

5)Press ‘Select” button to choose the Basic setting.

6)Press the “Crust Color” button to choose Light. medium or dark crust.

Press the ‘Start/Stop” button.

Sourdough Bread

All ingredients at room temperature

1and cups sourdough starter (see ‘Sourdough Starter,” below) cup warm water

1and teaspoons salt

4cups bread flour

3tablespoons sugar

and teaspoons active dry yeast

1)Measure and add liquid ingredients (including sourdough starter) to the bread pan.

Measure and add dry ingredients (except yeast) to the bread pan.

Use your finger to form a well (hole) in the flour where you wilt pour the yeast. Yeast must NEVER come into contact with a liquid when you are adding ingredients. Measure the yeast and carefully pour It into the well.

4)Snap the baking pan into the breadmaker and close the lid.

5)Press ‘Select” button to choose the Basic settlng.

6)Press the “Crust Color” button to choose medium or dark crust. Press the ‘Start/Stop” button.

Sourdough Starter

2and teaspoons active dry yeast

2cups warm water

2 cups all-purpose flour

1)In a 2 or 3 quart glass bowl, using a wooden or nylon spoon, mix yeast and warm water. Let stand 10 minutes.

2)Add flour: mix until thick batter forms. Batter need not be smooth.

3)Cover loosely with cheesecloth, lightweight kitchen towel or plastic wrap. Let stand in warm place for 24 hours.

4)Stir: cover loosely Place starter In a warm place for 2 to 3 days

or until it and smells sour: stir once a day.

5) Cover loosely with

wrap or plastic cover: refrigerate.

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Bread Maker specifications

The Oster Bread Maker is a versatile kitchen appliance designed to simplify the bread-making process, making it accessible to both novice and seasoned bakers. With a sleek and modern design, it fits seamlessly into any kitchen decor while delivering exceptional performance.

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One of the most innovative technologies incorporated into the Oster Bread Maker is its customizable settings feature. Users can adjust the crust color preference – light, medium, or dark – according to their taste. The machine also includes a delay timer, allowing users to prepare ingredients in advance and set the machine to bake at a later time, ensuring that fresh bread is ready when they want it.

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