Yeast. I have packets in the cabinet. How do I know it's active.

Just decided to make Parker House Rolls. @katellington on Twitter

Posted by: katherine_ellington
November 24, 2011

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boulangereNovember 24, 2011

It's a good idea to check the expiration date first.

Amanda H.November 24, 2011

Put 1/2 teaspoon of it in a bowl and cover with 2 tablespoons room temperature water. If the yeast dissolves and becomes foamy/fluffy, it's active.

katherine_ellingtonNovember 24, 2011

Need to add sugar, too.

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