Revolutionary Kitchen Appliance
For bakers and non-bakers alike, the bread machine was a revolutionary invention. Those who knew how to bake could appreciate this appliance for its time-saving features, and those who didn’t could finally understand what it felt like to bake homemade bread. Once equipped with a bread machine, what the home cook needs is a reliable cookbook.
Bread Machine Recipes
The Bread Lover's Bread Machine Cookbook includes every recipe you could possibly need for baking bread at home. In addition to the over 300 recipes included, this cookbook will help you bake with the confidence of a master baker. Beth Hensperger has written more than 10 books on baking bread, and her initial skepticism recedes to appreciation for this friendly home cook's appliance.
Holiday and Gourmet Breads
White, whole grain, savory loaves, dough only, sweet breads, quick breads, jams & spreads, appetizers & croutons are all covered. If you're looking for a holiday bread, you'll find a gourmet version here. Also included are measurement equivalents, ingredient explanations and machine instructions to help you bake with confidence. While this book thoroughly covers all aspects of bread baking and includes 300 recipes, there are limited instructions for adapting traditional recipes for the bread machine. With this volume of recipes, however, there may be no need for home adaptations.
Gluten and Yeast
Gluten is a type of protein commonly found in certain grains. It can be purchased in the flour section of the grocer. Yeast can be found in the baking aisle in either individual packets, which are convenient for the occasional baker, or in the refrigerated section in jars, which is a good option for regular bread makers. Once you fall in love with the bread machine, you may use more yeast than expected.
This Recipe Excerpt makes a great Easter gift:
Irish Potato Brown Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
(1.5 pound loaf )
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 3 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup bread flour
- 1/4 cup instant potato flakes
- 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons gluten
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons fast acting yeast (or 2 1/2 teaspoons bread machine yeast)
Directions:
- Place all the ingredients in the pan according to the order in the manufacturer's instructions.
- Set crust on medium, and program for the Whole Wheat cycle; press Start. (This recipe is not suitable for use with the Delay Timer.)
- When the baking cycle ends, immediately remove the bread from the pan and place it on a rack.
- Let cool to room temperature before slicing.
Title: The Bread Lover's Bread Machine Cookbook
Author: Beth Hensperger
Publisher: Harvard Common Press, 2000, 643 pages
ISBN: 978-1558321564
Price: $14.93
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