Baking is one of my favorite activities, especially when the temps start to drop. For a nice, fluffy rise from yeasted bread, learn the basics of proofing bread dough. In short, proofing dough is the ...

It’s time for a little bread baking 101! Baking homemade bread is a joy, but plenty of questions can pop up after you’ve combined your flour, water, yeast and salt. The question that looms largest in ...

It’s a bit ironic that the best time to bake bread (a cold, dark day) is the worst time to proof (or prove) bread. Bread yeast needs a warm, kind of humid environment to thrive, and it can be hard to ...

This simple test lets you know if your yeast is still good. Few things are as wonderful as homemade bread. Crusty loaves elevate the humble sandwich, while fluffy dinner rolls prove irresistible on ...

Every form of baking, whether savory or sweet, can be incredibly fulfilling. Baking a batch of colorful cupcakes allows you to get creative in the kitchen, while putting together luscious cinnamon ...