Recipes - Homecraft HCPBMAD2WH Instruction Manual

RECIPES

You can create a variety of breads using your ELECTRIC BREAD MAKER. Simply
follow the instructions below for ingredients and measurements and then
choose your favorite recipes. You can also use box mixes to create breads.
Use your imagination and have FUN with your ELECTRIC BREAD MAKER!
INTRODUCTION OF BREAD INGREDIENTS
1. BREAD FLOUR
Bread flour contains a high amount of gluten (sometimes referred to as high-gluten
flour). The gluten makes the bread dough more elastic so that it expands and does
not collapse after rising. Since the gluten content of bread flour is higher than
common flour, it can be used for making bread that is larger in size and has better
consistency. Bread flour is the most important ingredient of making bread.
2. PLAIN FLOUR
Flour that does not contain baking powder. It can be used for making quick bread.
3. WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR
Whole wheat flour is ground from wheat grain. It contains wheat and gluten. Whole
wheat flour is heavier and more contains more nutrients than white flour. Bread
made with whole wheat flour is usually smaller in size, so many recipes usually
combine whole wheat flour with bread flour to achieve the best results.
4. SELF-RISING FLOUR
A type of flour that contains baking powder. It is used for baking cakes specially.
5. CORN FLOUR & OATMEAL FLOUR
Corn flour and oatmeal flour are ground from corn and oatmeal.
Bread made with these flours is more rough in texture.
6. SUGAR
Sugar is an important ingredient that enhances the taste and color of bread.
7. YEAST
Active yeast will produce carbon dioxide. The carbon dioxide will expand the bread.
1 tbsp. dry yeast =3 tsp. dry yeast
Yeast must be stored in the refrigerator, as the active ingredients in it
will be killed at high temperature. Before using, check the production
date and storage life of your yeast. Store unused yeast in the refrigerator.
Usually the failure of bread rising is caused by bad or expired yeast.
Follow the steps below to check whether your yeast is fresh and active.
• Pour ½ cup warm water (110˚ F to 120˚ F) into a measuring cup.
• Put 1 tsp. white sugar into the cup and stir, then
sprinkle 2 tsp. yeast over the water.
• Place the measuring cup in a warm place for
about 10 min. Do not stir the water.
• The froth should be up to 1 cup. If the froth does
not reach 1 cup, the yeast is dead or inactive.
8. SALT
Salt is necessary to improve bread flavor and crust color. Never use too
much salt in a recipe, as it can prevent the yeast from rising.
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