Chapter 20 - Yeast Breads

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Understanding Food Principles and Preparation • Fifth Edition
AMY BROWN
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Yeast Breads
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• Ingredients
– Flour, liquid, sugar, salt, yeast
– Fat and eggs (optional)
• Food additives in baked products
Preparation of Yeast Breads

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• Mixing methods
– Straight dough method
– Sponge method
– Batter method
– Rapid mix
• Kneading
Preparation of Yeast Breads

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Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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• Proofing: fermentation causes the dough
to rise
– Changes during fermentation
– Optimal fermentation conditions
– Avoid overfermentation
– Punching down and second proofing
Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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• Factors to consider:
– Shaping
– Selecting a baking pan
– Decorating
Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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• Factors to consider (cont’d.):
– Changes during baking
– Crumb development
– Problems with texture
– Testing for doneness
– Microwave preparation
– High-altitude adjustments
Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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Preparation of Yeast
Breads (cont’d.)

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Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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Preparation of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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• Control bread portion sizes
• Choose whole-grain bread for sandwiches
• Thin vs. thick pizza slices
Calorie Control: Yeast Breads

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• Loaf breads
– Wheat (white) breads
– Whole-wheat breads
– Sourdough breads
– Malt breads
– Specialty breads
• Preparation technique
• Variations in ingredients
• Nutrient modifications
Types of Yeast Breads

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• Rolls
• Pita bread
• Bagels
• English muffins
• Pizza crust
• Pretzels and bread sticks
• Raised doughnuts
Types of Yeast Breads (cont’d.)

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• Fresh breads
– Best within one or two days
– Store in cool, dry place
– Staling begins as soon as bread leaves oven
– Prevent staling by keeping away from air
– What are the additives in fresh bread?
• Refrigeration
• Freezing
Storage of Yeast Breads

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• Basic principles of preparing yeast breads
have not changed since ancient Egypt
• Be knowledgeable about:
– Preparation
– Types
– Storage
Chapter Summary