by Fat Daddio's | Feb 21, 2025 | Tips & Techniques
Yeast is a single-celled living fungus that plays a crucial role in bread-making. It naturally exists in many environments and comes in various strains. In baking, yeast acts as a leavening agent helping dough rise by producing carbon dioxide (CO₂) and alcohol through... 
by Fat Daddio's | Feb 21, 2025 | Recipes
This soft and fluffy white bread is perfect for sandwiches, toast, or enjoying fresh with butter. It’s a great introduction to yeast baking, producing two large loaves with a golden crust and tender crumb. Yield: 2 large loaves Fermentation Time: 1 to 1 ½ hours... 
by Fat Daddio's | Feb 21, 2025 | Recipes
This no-knead bread is the perfect introduction to yeast baking. It requires minimal effort, only a handful of ingredients, and produces a crispy crust with a soft, airy interior… just like a bakery-style artisan loaf. Ingredients 3 cups (360g) bread flour (or... 
by Fat Daddio's | Jan 1, 2022 | Tips & Techniques
What you are aiming for: Yeast flourishes in a humid environment around 80° F (27° C). The moisture helps prevent dry skin from forming on the outside of the dough. A few ways to simulate it… Using your oven: Turn your oven on to the ‘warm’ setting.... 