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  • Page 1 Mod el: 550W 26550...
  • Page 2 We at Mellerware understand the busy lifestyles that we live today and that’s why when developing the Mellerware Ma-baker Pro we made baking a loaf of bread as easy as 1, 2, 3 - or for those with a little more time can use the advanced technology to create their own favourite recipes.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents. Using your Ma-baker Pro Safely Features of your Ma-baker Pro The Control Panel including baking progress monitor Baking Process Monitor Quick reference Help Card Menu Settings Using Your Ma-baker Pro Easy to follow steps to baking with the Ma-baker Pro The Art and Science of Baking Great Tasting Bread Important Measuring Tips Fruit and Nut Dispenser...

  • Page 4: Using Your Ma-Baker Pro Safely

    Safety Precautions. 1. Do not use attachments not recommended by Mellerware. They may cause fire, electric shock or injury. 2. Do not use outdoors or for commercial use, or for any purpose other than its intended use.

  • Page 5: Using Your Ma-Baker Pro Safely

    If you have any concerns regarding the performance and use of your appliance, please call our Mellerware’s share call number - 086 111 5006 Ensure the above safety precautions are understood. 7. This appliance is not intended for use by young...

  • Page 7: Features Of Your Ma-Baker Pro

    Features of your Ma-baker Pro Your Ma-baker Pro is a fully programmable dough and bread making machine that allows you to easily make fresh bread in only a few hours. There are a host of other features: Automatic Fruit & Nut dispenser Automatically releases ingredients into the dough during the kneading cycle.

  • Page 8: The Control Panel Including Baking Progress Monitor

    The Control Panel. The control panel on the Ma-baker Pro is designed to ensure easy use and makes baking a loaf of bread a pleasure. The simple to use control panel enables you to select your desired baking program and features a large LCD window making it easy to see your selected menu and the completion time for the setting.

  • Page 9: Baking Process Monitor

    The Control Panel - cont. Start/Pause Press the START/PAUSE button to commence selected setting or begin timer countdown for delay timer. If you would like to pause the current breadmaking cycle all you need to do is press the START/PAUSE button. The time will flash indicating that you are in ‘PAUSE’...

  • Page 10: Quick Reference Help Card

    Quick Reference Help Cards. The 3 handy reference cards are easily accessible and slide out of the side of the control panel. Quick Guide The Quick Guide card reminds you how to use your Ma-baker Pro in 3 easy steps. Program The Program card takes you through the simple steps of programming your favourite recipes.

  • Page 11: Menu Settings

    Menu Settings. (1) Basic Press the MENU button once and the LCD window will show ‘1’. Use this setting to make traditional white bread. You have a choice of 3 crust colours - Light, Medium or Dark. The Ma-baker Pro will default to a 1.0kg loaf with a Medium crust colour setting.

  • Page 12: Menu Settings

    Menu Settings - cont. (7) Cake Make a variety of sweet and savoury home made cakes on this setting. You can use this setting to mix and bake cakes. We recommend the use of pre-packaged cake mixes. Select the Light crust colour to prevent the sides from burning.

  • Page 13: Using Your Ma-Baker Pro

    Using your Ma-baker Pr. o Before using your Ma-baker Pro for the first time We recommend that you remove the baking pan (instructions to do so are explained below) and wipe over the bread pan and kneading blade with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do not immerse the bread pan in water unless necessary.

  • Page 14: Easy To Follow Steps To Baking With The Ma-Baker Pro

    Easy to follow steps to baking with the Ma-bake .r The following instructions are designed to guide beginners through the baking process step by step. These instructions are specifically for the Bread, Dough or Pasta recipes from the recipe section of this booklet.

  • Page 15: The Art And Science Of Baking Great Tasting Bread

    Flour In order for the bread to rise, the flour has to have a sufficiently high protein content. Mellerware recommends the use of a good quality plain or bread flour. Some recommended brands are listed on page 22.

  • Page 16: The Art And Science Of Baking Great Tasting Bread

    The Art and Science of Baking Great Tasting Bread - cont. Salt In small amounts, salt adds flavour and controls yeast action. Too much salt inhibits rising, so be sure to measure amounts correctly. Any ordinary table salt may be used. Fats Many breads use fats to enhance the flavour and retain moisture.

  • Page 17: Fruit And Nut Dispenser

    Basic (1), Gluten/Yeast Free (3), Wheat (4) and Sweet Bread (5). The Baking Process. Mixing, Kneading, Rising, Baking... Here’s a glimpse of how your Mellerware. Ma-baker Pro automatically does all the steps for you. Mixing and kneading In standard bread baking, the baker mixes the ingredients first by stirring, then by kneading the dough by hand.

  • Page 18: Programming Your Ma-Baker Pro

    Programming your Ma-baker Pro The advanced technology of your breadmaker allows you to program 8 of your own recipes. By following these few simple instructions your favourite recipes will be at your fingertips. Before commencing programming of your favourite recipes, it’s important that you have a good understaning of each of the stages of the breadmaking cycle.
  • Page 19 Programming your Ma-baker Pro - cont Rising The temperature of your causing the dough to expand and rise. The adjustable time for Rise 1 is: 0 - 99 minutes. Temperature: Warm The adjustable time for Rise 2 is: 0 - 99 minutes. Temperature: Warm The adjustable time for Rise 3 is: 0 - 99 minutes.
  • Page 20 Programming your Ma-baker Pro - cont 4. Once you have finished programming, you can either save your recipe now, by simply pressing the SAVE button, the BOOK icon ( flashing and the control panel will beep 3 times. Your recipe has now been saved into one of the 8 Favourite Recipe slots.

  • Page 21: How To Use The Time Delay

    How to use the Time Delay. Ma-baker Pro allows you to delay the completion of your bread by up to 15 hours, so you can wake up to the smell of freshly baked bread, or go out for the day while your Ma-baker Pro does all the work.

  • Page 22: What Ingredients To Use

    Purchase bulk packs of flour only if baking constantly. Bread mixes A variety of bread mixes can be used in your bread maker. Directions of use are covered in the Recipe section. Hints • Different brands of yeast, used with different brands of flour, will influence the size and texture of your bread.

  • Page 23: Handy Hints To A Better Loaf

    Handy hints to a better loaf. Automatic Fruit & Nut Dispenser Ensure that the Fruit & Nut Dispenser is closed prior to baking. Freshness Ensure all ingredients are fresh and used before the specified use-by date. Unlike bread purchased at the Supermaket, there are no preservatives in the bread made in your Ma-baker Pro, therefore the bread will not keep as long.

  • Page 24: Care And Cleaning

    Care and Cleaning. Before cleaning the Ma-baker Pro it from the power outlet and allow it to cool completely. To clean the exterior Wipe exterior with a slightly dampened cloth and polish with a soft dry cloth. Do not use metal scourers or abrasives as this may scratch the exterior surface.

  • Page 25: Help Guide

    Questions & Answers on page 79. 2. To answer any further questions you may, call our Share Call line: 086 111 5006 For more information or advice on any Mellerware appliance, contact the Mellerware Consumer Service Line on 086 111 5006.

  • Page 26: Important Note

    Recipes Important Note: Recipes may vary depending on the moisture content of the ingredients and may need to be adjusted, e.g. the weight of the flour changes when it has absorbed moisture from the air. Please feel free to experiment with slight variations to our recipes to get a better result.
  • Page 27 Breadmix Recipes. A breadmix will usually contain all the necessary ingredients such as flour, sugar, salt, etc. to make a loaf of bread. There are a variety of breadmixes available. It is important to refer to the packaging directions before use, as the recipes and ingredients may vary.
  • Page 28 Breadmix Recipes - cont. Wholemeal breadmix recipes (Menu Setting - Wheat 4) Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3.
  • Page 29 1.5kg Breadmix Recipes. In your Ma-baker Pro you can bake 4 horizontal loaf sizes including a 1.5kg loaf. Note: There are only three actual loaf size settings on the Ma-baker Pro. To bake a 1.5kg loaf simply select the 1.25kg setting and place the necessary amounts of ingredients into the baking pan. Method 1.

  • Page 30: Basic Breads

    Basic Breads. White Bread Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (1) BASIC . 4.
  • Page 31 Basic Breads - cont. Wholewheat Bread Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. Press the MENU button to program (4) WHEAT. 4.
  • Page 32 White Bread Varieties. Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (1) BASIC . 4.
  • Page 33 White Bread Varieties - cont. Beetroot & Rosemary Bread Canned beetroot, drained/chopped Beetroot juice Rosemary, dried Water Margarine Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Cornbread Water Margarine Cornmeal (polenta) Sugar Salt Skim milk powder Flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Canned corn kernals drained Thyme, dried 750g...
  • Page 34 White Bread Varieties - cont. Wheat & Sunflower Bread Water Margarine Honey Salt Skim milk powder Fine cracked wheat Plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Sunflower seeds Herbie Cheese Bread Water Margarine Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Fruit &...
  • Page 35 White Bread Varieties - cont. Sour Cream & Chilli Bread Water Sour cream Chilli powder Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Garlic & Herb Bread Water Margarine Garlic, crushed Dried mixed herbs Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Tomato &...
  • Page 36 White Bread Varieties - cont. Italian Herb Bread Water Margarine Basil, dried Rosemary, dried Thyme, dried Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Rosemary & Olive Oil Bread Water Olive oil Rosemary, dried or fresh Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Olive &...
  • Page 37 White Bread Varieties - cont. Orange & Thyme Bread Water Margarine Thyme, dried Orange zest, grated Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Onion Bread Water Margarine Onion, chopped Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Cumin & Coconut Water Margarine Cumin, ground...
  • Page 38 White Bread Varieties - cont. Salami Cheese Bread Water Margarine Oregano, dried Salami, chopped Mozarella cheese, grated Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Lemon Poppyseed Bread Water Margarine Lemon zest, grated Poppyseed Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Beer &...
  • Page 39 Wheat Bread Varieties. All WHEAT cycles begin with a 30 minute pre-heat of ingredients. No blade movement occurs during this step. Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2.
  • Page 40 Wheat Bread Varieties - cont. Wholemeal Raisin/Nut Water Margarine Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Wholemeal plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Raisins Walnuts, chopped Soy & Linseed Bread Water Margarine Linseed meal Soy grits Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Wholemeal plain flour Plain flour Yeast...
  • Page 41 Wheat Bread Varieties - cont. Museli Bread Water Margarine Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Wholemeal flour Plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Muesli, toasted Russian Blackbread Water Margarine Fennel seeds Molasses Salt Instant coffee powder Rye bread Wholemeal Plain flour Yeast Orange Caraway Bread...
  • Page 42 Wheat Bread Varieties - cont. Multigrain Bread Water Margarine Grain mix Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Wholemeal flour Yeast Pumpernickle Bread Water Margarine Skim milk powder Cocoa Treacle Salt Rye flour Wholemeal flour Yeast Wholemeal Carrot Bread Water Margarine Carrot, peeled and grated...
  • Page 43 Wheat Bread Varieties - cont. Potato & Peppercorn Water Margarine Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Instant potato flakes Wholemeal plain flour Plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Green peppercorns, drained 750g 1.0kg 320ml 420ml 1 1 / 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons 1 1 / 2 teaspoons 2 teaspoons...

  • Page 44: Gluten Free Breads

    Gluten Free Breads. We understand the importance of a staple food such as bread in a gluten intolerant individuals diet. Realising that there have been breadmakers on the market that do not deliver a suitable Gluten Free loaf, our objective, with the advanced technology of the Ma-Baker Pro, was to develop a recipe that produced a real result.
  • Page 45 Gluten Free Breads - cont. Consistency • The dough should resemble a thick cake mix. Check 10-15 minutes into kneading and if the consistency is too thick add a little water - 1 tablespoon at a time. • Environmental factors can have a large effect on the consistency of the dough. A change in atmospheric conditions can affect the reaction of the yeast.
  • Page 46 Gluten Free Breads - cont. Gluten Free Grain Bread 490-500mls warm water 3 x 60g eggs 2 cup oil 1 teaspoon vinegar 2 cup brown rice flour 2 cup besan (chick pea) 2 cups white rice flour *Mix of grain to use: sesame, poppy, sunflour seeds, soy grit, pepitas (pumpkin seeds), linseed meal and course polenta.
  • Page 47 Gluten Free Breads - cont. Gluten Free Fruit Loaf 470mls water 3 x 60g eggs 3 cup oil 1 teaspoon vinegar 2 cup brown rice flour 2 cup besan or soy flour 2 cups white rice flour 1 cup arrowroot Fruit: Fill the Fruit &...
  • Page 48 There are many factors that can influence the success of your Gluten-Free loaf such as quality of ingredients and environment conditions - altitude, humidity and temperature. We recommend experimenting with the programability of this bread maker - particularly for Gluten Free recipes. See page 18 for more details.
  • Page 49 Yeast Free Breads. Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (3) GLUTEN FREE/YEAST FREE 4.
  • Page 50 Yeast Free Breads - cont. Savoury Yeast Free 3 tablespoons oil 3 eggs, 220ml milk 4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sugar 2 cup mixed grain 600g (3 3 / 4 cups) self raising flour Capsicum & Cheese Bread 3 1 / 2 tablespoons oil 3 eggs, 220ml buttermilk 4 teaspoon parmasen 4 teaspoon salt...

  • Page 51: Sweet Breads

    Sweet Breads. For optimum results, always select the Light Crust Colour to prevent the crust from burning. Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3.
  • Page 52 Sweet Breads - cont. Chocolate Bread Water Margarine Cocoa Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Chocolate chips Banana Macadamia Water Margarine Banana, mashed Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Macadamia nuts, roughly chopped Apple Spice Bread Water...
  • Page 53 Sweet Breads - cont. Pina Colada Bread Water Margarine Pineapple, crushed and drained Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Roast coconut Apricot Bread Water Margarine Nutmeg, ground Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Fruit &...
  • Page 54 Sweet Breads - cont. Mixed Fruit Bread Water Margarine Clove, ground Nutmeg, ground Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Mixed dried fruit Maple Walnut Bread Water Margarine Salt Maple syrup Skim milk powder Bread improver Plain flour Wholewheat flour...
  • Page 55 Sweet Breads - cont. Gingerbread Water Margarine Salt Golden syrup Ginger, ground All spice, ground Plain flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Sultanas Almonds, slivered Date & Expresso Loaf Boiling water Dates, chopped Coffee & chicory essence Margarine Salt Sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Yeast...
  • Page 56 Sweet Breads - cont. Chunky Peanut Bread Water Margarine Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Wholemeal flour Yeast Fruit & Nut Dispenser Roasted peanuts, chopped 750g 1.0kg 270ml 370ml 2 tablespoons 3 tablespoons 1 1 / 2 teaspoons 1 teaspoon 1 1 / 2 tablespoons 2 1 / 2 tablespoons...

  • Page 57: French Breads

    French Breads. Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (6) FRENCH . 4.
  • Page 58 Turbo Breads. Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (2) TURBO . 4.
  • Page 59 Turbo Breads - cont. Rapid Multigrain Water Margarine Grain mix Salt Brown sugar Skim milk powder Plain flour Wholemeal plain flour Yeast 750g 1.0kg 370ml 470ml 1 1 / 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons 1/2 cup 3/4 cup 1 1 / 2 teaspoons 1 teaspoon 1 1 / 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons...

  • Page 61: Carrot Cake

    Cakes. Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (7) CAKE . 4.
  • Page 62 Damper. Method 1. Place ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (8) DAMPER and press “START”. 4.

  • Page 63: Strawberry Jam

    Jams. Handy hints for optimum results. • Use ripe, fresh fruit. Large pieces should be cut into rough shaped small pieces. • Jam should be chunky and contain pieces of fruit, avoid processing your fruit. • Do not reduce the amount of sugar specified or use substitutes. •...
  • Page 64 Jams - cont. Plum Jelly 500g fresh plums, peeled, deseeded and chopped 1 1 / 2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 3 tablespoons Jam Setta Peach & Cardamon Jam 500g fresh peaches, seeded and chopped 1 1 / 2 cups sugar 4 cup lemon juice, 2 teaspoon cardamon seeds, crushed, 2 tablespoons water...

  • Page 65: Pasta Dough

    Pasta. Method 1. Place all ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (11) PASTA DOUGH and press “START”. Pasta Dough Plain flour 500g Eggs 4 x 60g...

  • Page 66: Tomato Sauce

    Pasta - cont. Fettuccini with Tomato Sauce 1 quantity Spinach pasta dough Sauce 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped, 2 x 400g cans peeled tomatoes 2 tablespoons concentrated tomato paste Salt and pepper, to taste 2 cup parmesan cheese 1.

  • Page 67: Pizza Dough

    Pizzas & Other Versatile Doughs. Method 1. Place all ingredients into bread pan in the order listed. Wipe spills from the outside of the pan. 2. Place the bread pan into the breadmaker and close the lid. 3. Press the MENU button to program (12) PIZZA DOUGH and press “START”. 4.

  • Page 68: Hot Cross Buns

    Pizzas & Other Versatile Doughs - cont. Hot Cross Buns Dough Water 330ml Margarine 2 tablespoons Egg 1 x 60g Sultanas 3 / 4 cup Nutmeg 1 / 2 teaspoon Salt 1 / 2 teaspoon Brown sugar 1 / 4 cup Plain flour 520g (3 1 / 4 cups) Yeast 2 1 / 2 teaspoons 1.

  • Page 69: Bread Rolls

    Pizzas & Other Versatile Doughs - cont. Bread rolls Dough Water 250ml Egg 1 x 60g Margarine 2 tablespoons Salt 1 / 2 teaspoon Topping Margarine, melted 1. Remove completed dough from bread pan. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Heat oven to 180°c. 2.

  • Page 70: Caramel Pecan Rolls

    Pizzas & Other Versatile Doughs - cont. Cardamon Flavoured Fruit Bread Wet Ingredients Eggs 3 x 60g Cider vinegar 1 1 / 2 teaspoons Canola oil 1 / 4 cup Water 375ml Caramel Pecan Rolls Dough Water 250ml Margarine 2 tablespoons Egg 1 x 60g Salt 1 / 2 teaspoon Sugar 2 tablespoons...

  • Page 71: Cinnamon Rolls

    Pizzas & Other Versatile Doughs - cont. Calzones Dough Water 250ml Olive oil 1 tablespoon Salt 1 / 2 teaspoon Sugar 1 teaspoon Plain flour 400g (2 1 / 2 cups) Yeast 2 1 / 2 teaspoons 1. Remove completed dough from bread pan. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper. Heat oven to 180°c.

  • Page 72: Italian Herb Butter

    Glazes & Spreads. Garlic Butter Mix: 4 cup margarine or butter, softened 8 teaspoon garlic powder Herb-Cheese Butter Mix: 4 cup margarine or butter, softened 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley 4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves Pinch of garlic salt Italian Herb Butter Mix:...

  • Page 73: Creamy Vanilla Glaze

    Glazes & Spreads - cont. Cinnamon Glaze Mix: Mix until thin enough to drizzle; 2 cup icing sugar 4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 1 / 2 to 2 teaspoons water Citrus Glaze Mix: Mix until thin enough to drizzle; 2 cup icing sugar 1 teaspoon grated lemon or orange peel 1 1 / 2 to 2 teaspoons lemon or orange juice Toppings.
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  • Page 76: Program Setting Times And Display Information

    Program Setting Times and Display Information. The LCD window will tell you if there is a problem with your Ma-baker Pro. Always use your Ma-baker Pro in a room free of drafts. Do DISPLAY READS “ 0:00” (:) flashing “ E:01” flashing “...

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting: The Machine. Questions? Please call 086 111 5006...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting: The Recipes

    Troubleshooting: The Recipes. Questions? Please call 086 111 5006 NOTE: For optimum results, weigh all ingredients...

  • Page 79: Questions And Answers

    Can I use my Turbo setting for any recipe? The turbo setting of your bread maker can be used for any of the white, wholewheat, sweet or french bread recipes. However the volume will be reduced and the texture more dense, the results are not optimal.

  • Page 80: Questions And Answers

    Questions & Answers. Do I have to leave the bread in for the keep warm? No. This feature circulates warm air for the time indicated to maintain the crisp baked crust and shape of your loaf. You can remove the bread anytime after baking has completed.

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