Bread Making

Question 1

Function of strong bread flour?

Answer 1

Very high in gluten, it is the protein that makes the dough stretchy.

Question 2

Function of dried yeast?

Answer 2

Rising agent that is activated by warm liquid, enabling the dough to stretch and rise. It gives off carbon dioxide

Question 3

Function of salt?

Answer 3

Adds flavour and strengthens balance. Too much of it will kill the yeast.

Question 4

Function of warm water?

Answer 4

Binding ingredient activates the yeast as long as it’s blood temperature

Question 5

What is the name of traditional bread making?

Answer 5

Bulk fermentation