Ingredient Temperatures; Creating Your Own Yeast Breads; Special Glazes For Yeast Breads; Other Tips - Morphy Richards STAINLESS STEEL BREADMAKER - AUTRE Instructions Manual

BM48268SMEE-SSBreadmaker
measurement. A 'guesstimate' is not good enough
as it could throw out the critical balance of the
recipe.
Dry measurements
Dry measurements (especially flours) must be done
using the measuring cup provided. The measuring
cup is based on the American standard 8 fluid oz
cup - British cup is 10 fluid oz. Dry measuring must
be done by gently spooning ingredients into the
measuring cup and then once filled, levelling off
with a knife. Scooping or tapping a measuring cup
will pack the ingredients and you will end up with
more than is required. This extra amount could
affect the balance of the recipe. Do not sift the flour,
unless stated.
When measuring small amounts of dry or liquid
ingredients (ie yeast, sugar, salt, powdered milk,
honey, molasses) the measuring spoon which is
provided must be used. Measurements must be
level, not heaped as this small difference could
throw out the critical balance of the recipe.
DO NOT USE NORMAL KITCHEN TEASPOONS
OR TABLESPOONS.
Hints on measuring ingredients
• The cup is marked in various 'volume measurement'
scales. The recipes in this book use the 'cup'
volume which is based on the 'American cup of
8floz and is conveniently marked in
• If you prefer to use weight (gms) as a measurement
fill and weigh the required number of cups and
record this conversion.
ie) 2 cups = xx gms
3 cups = xxx gms
You must use a good quality set of accurate scales,
we prefer to use the 'cup' measure for consistency
and accuracy.
A conversion table is provided page 18.
• There are 2 spoons provided to cover all
combinations of quantities in the recipes.
Tablespoon tbsp, teaspoon, for
measurements use the
1/4
1tsp = 5 millilitres
1 tbsp = 3 tsp = 15 millilitres
Hint measure dry ingredients first with the
tablespoon, then wet (oil) last.
Your breadmaker produces delicious baked goods
with ease. This machine requires only that you
carefully follow the recipe instructions. In basic
cooking, normally 'a pinch of this and a dash of
that' is fine, but not for breadmakers. Using an
automatic breadmaker requires you accurately
measure each ingredient for best results.

Ingredient temperatures

All ingredients, including the machine and
pan, and especially liquids (water or milk),
should be warmed to room temperature 21°C
(70°F). If ingredients are too cold, below 10°C
(50°F), they will not activate the yeast. Extremely hot
liquids, above 40°C (104°F), may kill the yeast.

Creating your own yeast breads

With the breadmaker, even the most inexperienced
baker can achieve the satisfying experience of
baking a loaf of bread. All of the mystery and hard
work is gone. Inside this talented machine with an
electronic brain, the dough is mixed, kneaded,
proofed and baked without you being present.
The automatic breadmaker can also just prepare
the dough, and when it's ready, you shape, allow to
rise and bake in a conventional oven. The recipes
on the following pages are 'tailored' for this
breadmaker. Each recipe features ingredients that
best compliment a particular loaf of bread, and
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each was tested in our machines. It is extremely
important not to exceed the amounts of flour
specified in each of the recipes or else it could
result in unsatisfactory baking performance. When
creating your own yeast bread recipes or baking an
old favourite, use the recipes in this cookbook as a
guide for converting portions from your recipe to
your breadmaker.

Special glazes for yeast breads

Give your just baked bread a professional finish.
Select one of the following special glazes to
enhance your bread.
Egg glaze
Beat 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of water
together, brush generously. Note: apply only to
doughs before baking.
Melted butter crust
Brush melted butter over just baked bread for a
softer, tender crust.
Milk glaze
For a softer, shiny crust, brush just baked bread
with milk or cream.
Sweet icing glaze
Mix 1 cup sifted icing sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons
of milk to make a glaze consistency and drizzle over
divisions. raisin bread or sweet breads.
1/16
Poppy/Sesame/Caraway seed/Oatmeal
Sprinkle your choice of these seeds generously over
just glazed bread.

Other tips

• Place all recipe ingredients into the baking pan so
that yeast is not touching any liquid.
• After completing the process of making dough in
your breadmaker, typically when letting dough rise
outside the breadmaker, allow 30 minutes or until
dough doubles in size. Dough should be lightly
greased and covered with grease proof paper and a
dry towel. It should be placed in a warm area free
from drafts.
teaspoon
1/2
tsp twice. • Humidity can cause problems, therefore humidity
and high altitudes require adjustments. For high
humidity, add an extra tablespoon of flour if
consistency is not right. For high altitudes, decrease
yeast amount by approximately
decrease sugar and/or water or milk slightly.
• The DOUGH setting is great for mixing, kneading
and proofing, allowing dough to rise. Use the
automatic breadmaker to prepare this dough so all
you need to do is shape and bake it according to
your recipe.
• When recipes call for a 'lightly floured surface,' use
about 1 to 2 tablespoons of flour on the surface.
You may want to lightly flour your fingers or rolling
pin for easy dough manipulation.
• When you let dough 'rest' and 'rise' according to a
recipe, place it in a warm, draught-free area. If the
dough does not double in size, it may not produce a
tender product.
• If the dough you are rolling shrinks back, let it rest
covered for a few minutes before rolling again.
• Dough may be wrapped in plastic and stored in a
freezer for later use. Bring the dough to room
temperature before using.
• After 5 minutes of kneading, open the lid and check
the dough consistency. The dough should form a
soft, smooth ball. If too dry, add liquid. If too wet,
add flour (
• When using honey, malt extract, golden syrup or
treacle, coat the spoon or cup with oil first, this will
prevent these ingredients from sticking to the spoon
or cup.
teaspoon, and
1/4
to 1 tablespoon at a time).
1/2
g
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