Important measuring tips
Each ingredient in a loaf of bread plays a specific role, so it is extremely important to measure the ingredients correctly to get the best results.
Note: For optimum results, we recommend weighing ingredients on a kitchen scale. This is especially important with flour. Because flour aerates, an accurate amount is needed to achieve an optimum loaf of bread.
Weight measurements are given for each recipe.
If kitchen scales are not available, use the measuring cup and measuring spoon provided and ensure these instructions are followed:
Dry ingredients
Use a standard metric measuring spoon or measuring cup. Do not use tableware spoons or coffee cups and level off. For flour simply spoon the flour loosely into the measuring cup and level off with a flat knife. Do not pack dry ingredients down into the cup or tap the cup unless otherwise stated in the recipe.
Liquids
Fill a standard metric measuring spoon or measuring cup to the level indicated. Check your cup measurement by placing the measuring cup on a flat surface and reading the measurement at eye level.
Solid fats
Fill a standard metric measuring spoon or measuring cup to the level indicated and level off with a flat knife.
Last Things Last!
Always place the liquids in the bread pan first, the dry ingredients in next, and the yeast in last. This will ensure a well risen and evenly baked loaf.
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