Bread Machine Bread Recipe (sandwich bread) for beginners step by step instructions and lots of tips

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You can't help but love the ease and convenience of a bread machine. Just place the ingredients in and select the settings and start, several hours later with no work on your part you have beautiful delicious fresh home made bread. In this video I use the Bread Man Bread Machine that I bought used at a thrift store. You can use whatever machine you have available.
This is a simple recipe I have used for years to bake bread for my family in our bread machine. In this video I give you lots of tips and step by step instructions on how to make bread in the bread machine. The recipe is below for your convenience.
Bread machine Bread Recipe
1 1/3 cup of filtered water ( 307.565)
3 cups bread flour (360 grams)
2 1/2 tablespoons oil (or butter) (35.437 grams)
1/4 cup dry milk (30 grams)
2 1/2 teaspoon active yeast (14.22 grams)
1 1/2 teaspoon salt (8.53 grams)
2 1/2 tablespoons sugar (42.67 grams)
Select the white bread settings on your machine, light crust, 2 pound loaf.
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[@zjparker5310]

OMG your video saved me from getting ready to sell my Zojirushi bread maker, I had it for 2 years and the bread has never came our good. I followed the instructions to the letter and still hard dense bread. I came across your video and your instructions sound so easy so I said I will give it one more try, my bread came out fluffy and so good. THANK YOU FOR HELPING US MAKE REALLY GOOD BREAD. MANY BLESSINGS TO YOU AND YOUR.

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Oh wow that’s so good to hear. Thank you. So happy you found my channel.

[@valarieogle2768]

I bought my cuisinart over 10 years ago at Goodwill for $10. It’s still going strong. Just bought a Breville at Goodwill for $12. They’re still around if you’re patient and watch for one.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

yes they are still out there you just have to keep an eye out.

[@joycewright5386]

I got mine at a yard sale $5.00 and brand new!

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@joycewright5386 that’s a great deal.

[@GiveThx4Him]

Just made your recipe and bread came out great. Only changes I made was 1 1/2 wheat flour. & 1 1/2 bread flour. I should have waited the full hour to cut it because although it was moist, it was falling apart on me & breaking. I’ve learned to keep my knife more vertical when slicing to ensure bread doesn’t tear apart. Also, cut it when it’s completely cool.😊 Thx for the recipe!

[@flygirlfly]

Love the tip about freezing to keep fresher, longer.

[@dianefarrer9871]

You make it sounds so easy and I have had a bread machine for a year and it’s brand new now I followed your recipe and ingredients I’m now a bread maker at least for this bread hallelujah thank you so very much

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s so wonderful. Congratulations!

[@SK-ki1te]

Love how you keep an old machine that still works!❤

[@baldinamolino6577]

Thank you! I gave up my bread maker when I moved 3 yrs ago. My bread always came out like a rock! But with your video, I'm ready to hit the thrift stores. Thank you!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Sounds good. Let me know when you make your first loaf.

[@erikmadson2342]

I love this video so much. Dang, so much. I learned a lot, but her delivery is so OG KZbin. Love it.

[@noreenconstantine4612]

So glad I came across your video. I had a bread machine years ago and gave it to Salvation Army because I didn't like the crust. Recently I bought a new one and have tried many different recipes and haven't been happy with it. Now I know what I did wrong. Can't wait to try again !

[@sandrapryor2094]

Thank you for the clear detailed instructions. I am a beginner, and this was so helpful.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome. I hope you have great success. Comment me any questions I’ll do my best to answer.

[@terrychittam8483]

I bought my bread man machine at my thrift store for 7 dollars. I absolutely love it ❤❤❤❤

[@rozchristopherson648]

Thank you for this great video. I am 62 and vegan now for 7 years. I just started my raw vegan journey 2 months ago with the 80/10/10 diet of 80% raw fruit and veggies. I love a big salad but I also like to have a slice or two of bread with my salad. I am also going to start making raw wraps. But there is nothing lke a piece of bread drizzled with a bit of olive ol. I am going to bring out my bread machine and get started right away. Thanks again. 🧡

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s so wonderful. Thanks for watching I hope your vegan journey goes well.

[@annieyue9184]

Thank you for the clear explanation and demonstration!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome

[@juanasmith7223]

Thank you! Good tips!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@gma1343]

Thank you so much for this video. I received a bread machine this past Christmas, it's still in the box. I have no baking skills what so ever. But I think I might be able to do your recipe. I am going to give it a try. Wish me luck.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s wonderful. Please try it. Let me know how it turns out.

[@teresaduvall6269]

Thank you for all your tips.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome. Thank you for watching.

[@haumea6166]

I am buying a used bread maker tomorrow I’m super excited and I’m so glad I found your video

[@howardellis5362]

Thanks for the best tasting bread I have made in my machine in six months. Wonderful!!!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s awesome.

[@darkmonk99]

Just a thank you for a great video- bought a bread machine and recipes all in Chinese English, so confused of grams to pounds etc- after 3 bad attempts found your video- woo what a change on my 4th attempt can now actually eat the bread- the tips you gave us all are great- thank you, keep making more videos 🙂

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

So happy for you. Good to know I’m helping someone. It is my goal to help. Thanks for watching.

[@Bluelady777]

Just received one for Christmas so I’m looking forward to baking some fresh bread

[@sandraking956]

Excellent video! I’m inspired!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Wonderful. Thank you for watching.

[@rrenteria777]

Best Recipe so far! Great tasting soft bread! Thanks!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you. So happy you tried the recipe.

[@nataliecheney3177]

This was VERY informative! Thank you!!!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@vanhelsing744]

excellent. 😀

[@mbeards5323]

Thank you I will try this.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Great I hope you find it works well for you

[@a1n1g1u1s]

Just made your recipe! Turned out great! Thanks

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome.

[@alicetooker7182]

GREAT BREAD!!!!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you.

[@WhimsyChick]

Thank you So Much for tnis wonderful demonstration!! I watch it through once and then went back and baked along with my second view! 😁 The loaf is still baking and I'm So Excited to take it out and try it. It already smells Wonderful 😋

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Awesome thanks for watching

[@martiejohnson9376]

Thank You for this Bread Machine receipe. I use to make homemade bread when my kids were young and now I am having trouble with my hands and find it hard to knead the bread so I purchased a bread machine and I can hardly wait to try this receipe you are an excellent teacher . Thanks Again

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you. I hope you find it works great for you. We love this recipe my husband prefers the homemade bread. Let me know how it turns out. Thanks so much.

[@vladstad8102]

woderful

[@pebblipoo97]

Thank you for making it look easy

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I know you know how. 😊

[@Crazyman1338]

Thanks I learned a ton from this!!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome

[@movieladytn4703]

I just made this and it is so delicious. I have been trying to find a recipe that I like and now I have found my go to from now on.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s great. So glad you found it. I love this recipe it’s been a tried and true recipe for me.

[@dotandcaseytoo]

Good demonstration on bread making with the bread maker. lots of good tips. Thanks!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you

[@krama017]

I like your description of the yeast getting excited and falling. I think a very good common beginner mistake that I've been guilt of a long time!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

So true!

[@kimb7733]

Thank you!!!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome.

[@kimb7733]

@@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead I made it tonight and it was perfect!

[@ArghRawrWhoa]

Such a thorough review. Thanks so much

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

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[@sherrygonzales5437]

That bread is beautiful

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you.

[@PhD63]

Excellent video!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you

[@terrijones4160]

Great tutorial, thank you from West KY

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you.

[@YosemiteScubaDiver]

This recipe is awesome. It is great for baking a loaf without the bread machine.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Yes it can be used without a bread machine. Thank you.

[@marionward7672]

I'm in uk. My machine looks very similar to yours although mind is a Kenwood. I never cook my bread in the machine because I don't like the hole that the paddle makes. I take mine to the program for artisan bread ( number 10 on my machine) take it out, knock it back, shape it and put in time and leave it to rise. Then bake it. It works for me and takes out all the hard work

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thanks for sharing!

[@lesliedevlin8501]

True no good looking at it just use it and make 🍞 great show Les from Perth WA 💯💯💯👍👍👍

[@throughlatoyaseyes595]

Thanks for this video. I’m cooking my 1st loaf of bread ever right now. I can’t wait to see how it turns out.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome I hope it turned out great.

[@patsyhelms1102]

Great Video One of the most informative ones I’ve watched. Been making bread for a very long time But still learned something from your tips.I have always cooled mine on a rack with a towel over it. The crust gets a little harder than I like. Will try wrapping it . Thank you.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you.

[@cocacolafiesta]

Will try your recipe. I’m new to milling my flour and baking in my Breadman Ultimate that I bought for $12.50 at the thrift store.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s great.

[@pennyflaherty1448]

I brought my first bread machine in a charity shop ! I have never brought a loaf of bread since. It lasted a few months before breaking down , So i brought a new one . I think I’ll look into getting a bread slicer it will help . I slice mine and freeze in bags . And get it out daily it does last long that way 😊

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[@momto7ify]

Cant wait to try this recipe. Thank you 😊 have made a lot of pumpkin bread and banana bread in my breadmaker. I also have made french bread 🥖

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Awesome. I make pumpkin bread in mine and love it.

[@mike97525]

Thanks, this was the best loaf I've made in a bread machine😀😀

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You’re welcome. So happy it turned out good

[@jeaniemalone5304]

Thank you for this informative video. I’m new to baking bread any kind of way and want to use an old bread machine given to me to bake gluten free and keto breads. I’ve done one loaf gluten free, and more than half the loaf had only corners because the paddle hole so so huge. I have 8 slices of bread with only corners. I’m hoping to learn more and bake with success to have healthy affordable bread options for my family. Thanks again for all your tips and advice.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I would try watching the next bread you try and learn when the last cycle uses the beater and take the beater out that way hopefully you won’t have as big a hole it could be if the bread machine is old that your beater has some nicks and has lost its nonstick ability

[@donnadornbusch6738]

Very informative - great presentation

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you

[@Ladydiodes]

I have been making bread on the dough cycle for about 30 years. I find that if I proof my yeast with half of the sugar and 105 degree water for about 8-10 minutes first then add it to the bread machine, I get a much better loaf of bread. Just FYI only, you might want to try it

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Yes. I actually do that in another video kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4aygqSif7WeapYsi=INDNF16rGG-9_OWN. It definitely has an affect.

[@terrijones4160]

I made this recipe today. It is delicious; it tastes similar to the bread pots at Patti’s restaurant in Grand Rivers, KY. I did add more flour but it could be from spooning the flour into the measuring cup.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Wonderful. I’m glad it was good. We really like it at my house

[@bob27agosto1970]

Oi, fiz sua receita hoje e o pão ficou maravilhoso, perfeito. Foi minha primeira vez usando minha máquina Panasonic SD-YD250. Muito Obrigada por dividir sua receita e experiência.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

de nada, estou tão feliz que seu pão ficou bom. obrigado por assistir.

[@nataliacichon1448]

I did it!!!!! It was the best ever bread!!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

So awesome

[@nataliacichon1448]

have to say you are doing so so o great sharing with us your recipes! I put it in my handwritten recipe book and maybe one day someone will use it too

[@sarabush1961]

I bought two bread machines at a thrift store for $5.00 each and they work just fine. I had bought a Cuisinart that is lighter and has a smaller footprint, and is just right for my elderly sister.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

that's awesome. That was a great find. I hope the bread turns out wonderful.

[@ehill1929]

Awesome videos. Your videos have helped me a lot. Started to make bread again. 😊

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s wonderful. Thank you for watching.

[@theresauhlmann]

Thank you for this recipe! I haven't been able to make a loaf that's close enough to store bought for my husband! Can't wait to try this recipe!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You are welcome please do let me know how it turns out.

[@nataliacichon1448]

This video made my day! I tried 6 recipes in my arendo bread maker and all failed but i have the upright loaf mashine. But this will be totally my numer one recipe today after work! Greetings from Germany!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I’m so glad for you. It’s wonderful to hear this. I hope you get to enjoy making many many loaves. Thanks so much for sharing this with me.

[@nataliacichon1448]

@@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead i need to say you have me hope that i will not be a failure** in bread making very nice that every step is good and simply told i will totally let you know how the loaf turned out :D in case of something going wrong and to prevent that i go today and buy the right bread flour

[@rebeccab_v]

Nice clean kitchen!! I also like the aerial camera view. We can see all your ingredients in clear bowls. Very nice! Kudos

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you.

[@jaquitamaynard7326]

Ty, loved the way you took your time to explain the steps. I have been trying to find a blueberry bread recipe that doesn't tell me to take it out after it rises and put in a loaf pan to bake in my oven. Lol i want it to to mix, knead and Bake all the way in the Bread machine. If you have such a recipe, please share.😊

[@jeanettefamulari3538]

1c + 1T water 1.5t grated lemon peel 2T butter 3c bread flour ( I've also used AP flour) 2T dry milk 3T sugar 1.5t salt 2t instant yeast 1/3 c dried blueberries Add blueberries at the raisin/nut signal, or 5-10 min before last kneading cycle ends. Sweet or basic /white bread cycle Lt or Med crust Yummy

[@mariaritapereiradelima2988]

Loved the video. Kisses from Brazil

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you. Hugs

[@mmily5058]

Thank you for this video with explanations! I've been struggling with making bread that I've been happy with for sandwiches and this helped to pinpoint what the reasons could be. I'm excited to try these adjustments and see if they make the difference.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s wonderful. Thanks for watching.

[@mmily5058]

This bread is exactly what we have been wanting! Thank you! Everyone here loves it. To try it with buttermilk, would you just remove the dry milk and water and use the buttermilk in its place? And would you want it to be room temp?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

@@mmily5058 you would want it to be pretty close to room temperature and however much buttermilk you want to use remove that much water for example if you want to use a half a cup of butter milk remove a half cup of the water a cup and a third of butter milk might be too strong of a buttermilk taste you can use your own discretion on that I am so glad you and your family like it it’s our family‘s favorite too.

[@mmily5058]

@@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead do you keep the dry milk the same?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

@@mmily5058 leave out the dry milk.

[@noreenconstantine4612]

My first bread machine was from my sister, who bought it at a yard sale and never used it. I used to make bread as gifts and would put fruit in it and give a fruit flavored cream cheese to go with it.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s a wonderful story to have about your bread journey. I hope you are continuing to make bread. Some of the best things I own are older and from yard sales. Thanks for sharing.

[@pammeinzer6757]

My breadman works great.i got it at a thrift store.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s great. I love finding them there.

[@KathrynBriley]

Thank-you for your video on I found a great bread machine on TIKTOK for $77.00 My first one was used, now the current is my second one and it's digital. BTW, I hear your having really bad weather there in Kentucky, praying for your area. Kathy from Texas

[@barbaramatthews4735]

I just bought a bread machine at Goodwill for $15. They had a bigger one for $20. I have a small kitchen and gotvthe $15 one. I don't know what brand. It does look used, but it is still in decent condition. I haven't used one before but I'm will to jump right into it.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s wonderful. I hope you have great success.

[@pin7striped]

This bread was perfect! Thank you and for the tips! Also, do you think wheat flour would work with this recipe?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

So great to hear. Thanks for sharing your success.

[@madelinedelvalle3666]

There was a study that found that frozen bread placed in the toaster doesn't raise your glucose. They also stated that eating root vegetables, yams and such at room temperature does not spike your sugar either.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Yes I have read that.

[@JenniferOwens-kh2jo]

Hi Sis, I found your bread recipe. it's a wonderful presentation. I pulled out my bread machine and I'm Excited to get started. Can't wait to try your recipe. Our grandma would be so proud of you. God is truly blessing you. ( I know we are not sisters just cousins, but we all call you Sis , Keep up the wonderful work. Love you

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Hi Jennifer. I’m so glad you found me on KZbin. Yes Maw would be proud. I miss her. Hope your bread turns out great.

[@Cutepooh]

Good video, contain useful information for beginners who want to try out bread machine to make own bread. I remember my first bread machine bread, done 2am and is a disappointment 😅

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you. Hope you have better success with your bread.

[@McJc09]

I totally enjoyed this video.. I just bought a Cuisinart bread machine . I have made a few loaves that have come out very well. And one loaf that I am not sure what I did but it was just a hard round dough. So I am calling bread machine bread a success! Your video was very informative and fun to watch. ❤

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you. I love love making bread in the bread machine.

[@McJc09]

@@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead I just made my first apple cinnamon bread while I was watching your video. Haven’t tasted it yet but it smells so good. I used apple cider from the orchard near us , for the water. Hoping it tastes as good as it smells 😋 ❤️

[@McJc09]

Another thing.. when I cut my bread I cut it in half the long way then lay it down on the cut side then slice half slices . So much easier. And also easier to make a sandwich. Then I wrap it in a towel and put it in a gallon or half gallon zip bag. I haven’t yet had any spoil . With just two people in our household. I will freeze the other half if not eaten fast enough.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

@@McJc09 great idea. Thanks for sharing.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

@@McJc09 oh my sounds delicious.

[@juanitacamacho5395]

I wish I could find one of these machines. I would love to make homemade bread. I bet the whole house smells delicious 😊

[@lydia6638]

Check your local thrift shops. I got two for $35.

[@marietroutman4584]

I got mine as a Christmas gift today. It was bought on marketplace. This one was $80 but I have seen them for 25 40 50. Mine is a Hamilton beach. I haven’t tried it yet but I’m looking forward to it. I’m 74 and this will be my First loaf of homemade bread. Let’s get baking girls.

[@juanitacamacho5395]

@@marietroutman4584 I’m 74 yrs old n I’ve never made homemade bread because it’s too long a process. My friend has one n she says it’s so easy to make, tastes delicious n smells sooo good!!! Will be checking out thrift stores. Hope I can find one 🤞🏼

[@juanitacamacho5395]

@@marietroutman4584 Thank you 😊

[@juanitacamacho5395]

@@lydia6638 Thank you 😊

[@chriswintersgill1072]

Thanks for the great simple recipe. The bread is turning out really tasty but so far all of my loaves have risen too high into the viewing window. I am basically at sea level in a humid climate. Any suggestions as to what I could try and tweak on my next loaf?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Try reducing the yeast by 1/2 teaspoons until it rises to the right level.

[@RoxieRHeart]

I bought my bread machine for $20, there was another one there for $9 and it was 25% off but i went with the $20 one because it was a better brand. Looking forward to trying to make my own bread, and if i get tired of it not a huge financial lose😊

[@rozchristopherson648]

It's nice to grab them up at thrift stores when you see them. At holidays, having more than one machine comes in handy, especially is you have a big family and will be having guests coming to visit. You can make multiple breads at the same time and the house will smell delicious.

[@happyhomeprep3327]

I did this recipe today and it rose up to the kid can I just decrease the yeast, it tastes amazing

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Yes I would decrease the yeast by 1/4 teaspoon.

[@happyhomeprep3327]

@@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead ok thank you

[@marticiawall1569]

I got my used Welbuilt 2 loaf (1lb each) bread maker at a local Mission store (not for profit church thing) for 8 (eight) dollars!! seek and ye shall find!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s great.

[@strugglebus9873]

Hey there, my wife and I are just starting to make our first loaf. Quick question would you recommend non fat milk powder or whole milk powder. A lot of recipes don’t really specify. Thanks for your help

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I think either would work but non fat is probably most commonly used.

[@rebeccadees]

Unfortunately I bought a Denali bread machine and I just started using it a few months ago but it was too late to return it. It’s a double paddle rectangle pan. I haven’t found a recipe that works well with the machine and regardless of the light setting it still makes a dark crust and in the corners. I tried the basic recipes in the recipe book that came with it and they haven’t been very good. I’m going to try this recipe and hopefully it will work much better. If I make a small 1 lb or 1 1/2 lb loaf when the dough setting starts eventually both paddles don’t mix well together…usually just one paddle is mixing the dough.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Not sure what you could do about the mixing but if the bread is still getting to dark you can remove it before the last 5 minutes or so of baking cycle is complete.

[@amhow87]

I just got a bread machine for Christmas and I will be trying this recipe. If I substitute the water for milk do I have to add anything extra? Some recipes call for milk and an egg.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You can swap the water for milk and leave out the dry powder milk. If you add egg you will have to decrease the water/milk by the egg volume. There are egg rich recipes this is not one of them.

[@terriyoungblood4565]

This was excellent learning video. Question i have an Oster 4811. Pan seems too small for two pound loaf? Anyone have that model? Its upright pan not loaf style pan!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I believe this recipe will fit in that pan. You can certainly try cutting the recipe in half with no issues.

[@cobrien1990]

Is the yeast on your Amazon links page the same yeast I should use in the bread machine? I have the Fleischmann’s Instant Dry Yeast and just noticed the weight for 2.5 tsp is way less than the 14g you have listed. That got me wondering if I’m using the right yeast LOL I’ve made like 5 loaves in the bread machine and they’ve been great though! 😂

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I have not actually weighed it I just used a conversion chart because some people need weight measurements. If the bread is turning out good then I’d stick with it.

[@krama017]

Yeast doesn't require added sugar to rise. It feeds on the flour but the sugar does boost it. Just an fyi for people. So sugar is mostly for flavor and any sweetener can be used.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

That’s correct 👍

[@gaylenecarl3344]

I watched this 2 times and made mine along with yours on the second watch only using butter instead of oil. My bread fell in the middle what causes this? It was done all the way through and tasted good any suggestions for my second go at this. Thank you.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

falling in the middle could be a couple of things. What kind of flour are you using? Bread flour is best because it has a higher gluten content and gluten gives the bread strength. All Purpose flour sometimes just doesn't have enough strength. When the dough is mixing is the ball formed well? it might be you need to cut back on the liquid, this is also caused by a flour that doesn't have enough protein/gluten. It could be your yeast is really strong, so you could cut back a little on the yeast, I know sometimes when my yeast is very fresh I have to use less.

[@rezenaenendu6001]

Can I make bread in the bread maker with the 2 ingredients recipe with is the Greek yogurt and self rising flour?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You might could but you would have to have a setting on the bread machine that only beat the dough once. You could check your bead makers manual. Maybe a quick bread setting or something.

[@Bluelady777]

How do you test the yeast to see if it’s still active, I’ve bought some from a small local shop so not sure if it’s ok

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

put it in a cup of warm water with a little sugar, in 3 - 4 minutes it should be foamy and bubbly.

[@janicepgi]

What do you use to keep the bread fresh in after baking it?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I use a 2 gallon ziplock bag. Getting out as much of the air as possible.

[@wayne2411]

I just bought a bread maker. I'm curious as someone who is lactose intolerant what would you recommend as a substitute for the powdered milk? Would oat or soy milk work the same as cows milk?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You can leave the powdered milk out with no replacement. You could also add an egg and reduce the water by the volume of the egg which should be about a 1/4 cup. But adding the egg is not necessary. And yes you could use oat or soy milk also reducing the water by the volume of the milk.

[@katrinalynn6]

i use medium when making bread crumbs or croutons

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Good idea.

[@racheldougherty9667]

What type of yeast is best to use? Active, dry, instant, bread machine? I keep messing something up

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I use instant.

[@billholder253]

After the bread is in th & then brought out, do just warm the slices that are needed for sandwiches or the whole loaf? And do you put the unused slices back into the freezer or on the counter? Another question, if the entire loaf is warmed up, does any portion of it that is not used, go back into the freezer as well?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

You can just take out what you need at a time. Or if you know you will use it all within a week or so take out the whole load and allow it to thaw. I don’t usually put it back into the freezer a second time. Either way it won’t hurt anything unless you end up not using it before more than a week outside the freezer and it goes stale.

[@billholder253]

@@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead Thanks for the quick reply, enjoyed the videos.

[@lisamorris5825]

New follower… I am experimenting using einkorn flour. Do you have any tips for using this? My husband is diabetic and I have gut issues. Trying to use einkorn but it tends to dry… any help is appreciated!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Have you tried soaking the einkorn flour. I’m hoping to do a video about soaking your flour soon. Also my whole wheat video may help. I show another method in that video.

[@lisamorris5825]

@@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead I have not tried this. I will look forward to it! Thanks!

[@kiwisun529]

Any low carb or keto recipes for a machine?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

I am looking for several specialty recipes that I like and hope to post videos on them soon. I think it would be great to have a low carb choice.

[@chrissymoleski3509]

Hi! I have made two loaves and both have big sink holes in the top. They have not risen to the top of the pan. I have a machine from the thrift store and it has the tall pan. If you have any ideas that would be great. Thanks and God bless.

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

What kind of flour do you use? A good bread flour really makes the difference. You could try cutting the liquid down by a couple tablespoons too.

[@chrissymoleski3509]

Hi. I used king Arthur bread flour. I am not giving up! Thanks💙

[@chrissymoleski3509]

It worked. I cut down the liquid. Thanks!!!!!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

@chrissymoleski3509 awesome.

[@vladstad8102]

can you exclude the dry milk?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

It will change the texture of the bread. If you leave it out replace the water with milk.

[@seaside_sheilaoceanfront2815]

Hi, can you tell me what brand your bread slicer is ? Thanks for your time on my question

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

It is Presto. Model number 0861001. It’s pretty old. I bought it at a thrift store.

[@seaside_sheilaoceanfront2815]

Thanks again !!😊

[@MakaylaSchweiss]

can I substitute regular milk for the powdered milk at all?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Sure just leave out the powdered milk and use milk and place of the water

[@kstaffidaho4637]

What is the advantage of using filtered water?

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Chlorine in water can hamper the yeast and cause the bread not to rise. If you have well water you wouldn’t have to filter probably.