Kneading must get more difficult with arthritic hands. I've recently coveted one of those mixers with paddles but because my forays into the kitchen are never consistent, I've eschewed the expense. I wonder if they're worth it. I don't know anyone who has one!
Tonight we're having baked salmon, garlic rice and squash.
Tomorrow I'm going to make a casserole of some kind.
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mismi
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Sat 26 Jan, 2013 12:08 pm
@Joeblow,
I have one. I love it. Love it. There are times I like getting my hands in and kneading...but other times I love the fact that I am doing it when I wouldn't otherwise...it's a time thing.
Thanks mismi. Have you used it to make bread? I recall my Mom letting the dough rise in a huge heavy glazed bowl with a tea towel draped over it, and then turning it out, kneading it down again and letting it rise a second time. I wonder if that was bread.
My first attempt at baking bread was a flop. It didn’t rise enough and is hard as a rock. I followed the recipe that came with the food processor. Maybe I’ll have better luck next time.
I think I’ll let the dogs play tug a war with these two loafs in the backyard.
Did you use the food processor to make the bread? I find they overwork dough.
I'd recommend you try some of the no-knead recipes. Once you get the consistency of the dough right, they are total no-brainers - and you can dump those bread pans (can you tell I think they're horrid? )
I did use the food processor, if I were to accidently drop one of these loafs it would crack the tile floor! not a bad dog toy though.
I'll try it again later in the week and see what happens, maybe try another recipe.
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ossobuco
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Sat 26 Jan, 2013 01:24 pm
@mismi,
I'm sure I could use one - but things like property tax come first (ugh) these days.
There are one or two italian bread recipes that involve doughs that the writer tells you to slap that dough to the counter (stone or whatever). That's fun sometimes.. whap! Whap again! Whap once more!
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ossobuco
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Sat 26 Jan, 2013 01:29 pm
@ehBeth,
Laughing...
and, yeah!
On another note, on some a2k thread I mentioned making semolina pancakes - for a first time effort they came out great and delicious. As usual I somewhat disobeyed the directions. Next time I'll put waxed paper between each cooked pancake, making storage easier.
whole grain ravioli with spinach and cheese from a lovely package
yay for easy meals
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Butrflynet
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Sat 26 Jan, 2013 07:29 pm
@jcboy,
Check the age of the yeast that you used. There should be an expiration date on the package. Most often, the reason breads don't rise are either due to old yeast (did you proof it?), the temperature of the water or flour used (too hot or too cold) or not enough time allowed for the yeast to thrive and the dough ball to double in size.
This is a good learning site for beginning bread bakers. You'll learn a lot about both the science and chemistry of bread making as well as technique and ingredients.
I did check the yeast and it was good. I have a feeling it was the food processor. I think next time I’ll do it by hand. I booked marked the link you posted. Stayed tuned.
Check out this loaf of bread. If I bake two hundred more just like it I could re-pave the driveway!
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Joeblow
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Sun 27 Jan, 2013 08:38 am
@mismi,
Thanks. They're big buggers! Worth the counter space if they work well and are well used I bet.
You are welcome. Sadly they are huge. But yes, I find they are hugely helpful....especially when doing bread - or even candy - like divinity. Very difficult without them. I would not continue to do it without it.
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