10.05.2008


some bakers amuse themselves with 'projects'; others are serious 'bakers'; then there are 'the impoverished intelligentsia' who know the value of baking their own bread. ohohoh. and then there's coldsoba!
bread is easy2do::: however, she recommends making the first loaf using bread flour and a basic no nonsense recipe. practice until you are satisfied and feel comfortable with the process. then you can 'play' and experiment with a modicum of confidence.
pictured is nice little loaf of bread ...a work in progress; used bisquick + regular yeast. other baking mixes can be substituted::: amazing science project. used cuisinart; no hand-knead.
Bisquick Yeast Bread/Rolls
1 pkg. active dry yeast
3/4 cup warm water, not hot
2 1/2 cups Bisquick
Dissolve yeast in water; mix in Bisquick. Beat vigorously. (Note: i used a food processor for this step and the kneading; takes seconds) Turn dough onto surface well dusted with Bisquick and knead until smooth, about 20 times. Shape as desired. Place on lightly greased baking sheet and cover with damp cloth. Let rise about 1 hour. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Bake 10-15 minutes depending on size. Brush with melted butter after baking. Yields 16 rolls.

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