Anything but Bread! Other Delights You Can Make In a Bread Machine

 


No matter how dedicated you are to baking, bread can sometimes be boring. Fortunately, with a bread machine, you can make more than just bread. If you are bored, however, you can look for bread machine alternatives on the Internet and in printable recipe books. Many well-known manufacturers, such as Zojirushi and Breadman, also offer recipes on their websites and in their user manuals. Forums and cooking sites are also good sources of alternative recipes.

If you feel guilty about leaving your bread machine collecting dust when you're not baking, why not try a little variety? The benefits of a bread machine aren't limited to making fresh bread. You can enjoy all kinds of recipes, from jam and pasta dough to cakes and quick bread. Bread is just the tip of the iceberg. In this article, we take a look at some of the many dishes you can make with your bread machine, but not just bread.

Pound cakes, quick bread, and cakes

The benefits of a bread machine in the kitchen are endless. In addition to yeast bread, you can also make a multitude of other baked goods, including cakes, pastries, and quick bread. Like a normal oven, the baking cycle of this appliance can be used to achieve delicious results. Most bread machines bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, so you must specify this exact baking temperature in your recipe or adjust accordingly.

Many bread machines have a timer, but not all do. If your model does not have a built-in timer, use the baking cycle as you see fit. On models without a built-in timer, the baking cycle is often set in 15-minute increments. Choose the one that best suits your recipe requirements. Check to see if the cake starts to smell before it is baked. Often the cake does not start to taste better until the final stage of baking or roasting.

Jams

Fresh jams are delicious no matter how they are made, but bread machines make the best jams in the world. Most bread machines on the market come with a jam-making program. However, there are a few caveats to making jam in the bread machine.

It is not advisable to double the jam recipe in the bread machine. If the accumulation overflows, it can damage the heater. You should also take precautions against high temperatures. When the jam cycle is complete, remove the jar with tongs. Jam is very hot and can cause severe burns if proper protective equipment is not used. The containers in which the jam is stored must also be heat resistant. Cooked jam can be canned. No, it can't. Since jam can be stored for a week, it should not be boiled twice as long. Pureeing fruit ahead of time is also a taboo: the best jams for bakers are made from cubed fruit. Don't adjust the sugar, either. Too much or too little sugar can make the jam taste more like a fruit candy or fruit syrup than a jam.

Jam should not be made from unripe or rotten fruit. The best flavors come from perfectly ripe fruit, free of defects and blemishes. Over- or under-ripe fruit can make the jam taste a little sour or tart. To create new flavor combinations, use fruits that have the same acidity. For example, blackberries, strawberries, and raspberries combine well with each other. These fruits don't need extra acidity.

For stone fruits such as cherries and apricots, or for less acidic fruits such as blueberries, apples and pears, it is often necessary to add some acidity. As a general rule, lemon juice is the best choice. It is not difficult to combine these fruits. A bread machine jam recipe usually requires 2 cups, 3¼ cups of sugar, and in addition 2 tablespoons of lemon juice for those who need more acidity.

Other types of dough

If you like Italian food, you'll be happy to have a bread machine. The dough mode is ideal for making complex doughs. Of course, you need a floured work surface. If you have a pasta press, it's even better. It will allow you to make delicious, gourmet doughs. A rolling pin also works well. The rustic look with a rolling pin has its own charm. Try also: best breads

Cookies can also be made with a bread machine. The same goes for pies, dumplings, and almost anything that requires a complex dough. However, when working with doughs that aren't intended for cakes or bread, it helps to have a rubber spatula handy: You may need to check it every five minutes and gently scrape the sides to make sure the ingredients are mixed evenly. Cookies are a bit more challenging, especially if you add ingredients like nuts or chocolate chips, which can cause the dough hooks to stick together. Check the cookie dough every 2 to 3 minutes.

Conclusion

The bread machine opens up a world of culinary possibilities. Use the manufacturer's website to find new ideas and recipes. Check out bread machine cookbooks and use your creativity and imagination to find new ways to use your bread machine. If the recipe is dough-based, there's a good chance you can pull it off, and even if it's not, there's still a chance. Happy baking!

 

 

 

 

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