Yeast Breads

When baking one loaf of homemade bread the question of how to store it may never be an issue. The reason is quite simple; warm and freshly baked bread has the tendency to disappear quickly. But, if you make several loaves of bread, it will be a concern, as homemade bread tends to spoil quicker than store bought, because of the lack of... more »

As rustic and artisan breads of European heritage become popular in the United States, bakers must adapt their handling of these wet doughs to preserve the gluten development. With higher hydration levels, wet doughs require less handling to prevent collapse. Before baking bread that features a wet dough, learn some tricks of the trade. more »

Stevia has a centuries-long history of use as a sweetener and medicine in Brazil, Paraguay and other Central and South American countries. Approved as a food additive in the U.S. in 2008, it's an ideal sweetener for adding flavor to your favorite recipes, and you can purchase it in a number of forms. more »

Wheat originally grew wild in the Middle East and southwestern Asia in ancient times, and records show people were gathering wheat for food as far back as 11,000 B.C. The beginnings of agriculture start with wheat, and make this food product an enormously significant part of human history. more »

The smell of bread baking in the oven imparts a delicious feeling of wholesomeness and warmth to a home. Everyone loves fresh bread, and it is one of the least expensive staple items you can make. A few basic techniques and ingredients are all you need to produce your own fresh loaves of tasty homemade bread. Baking your own bread can... more »