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cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
Sometimes the yeast gets inactive. It could be how it was stored or the age or the brand. I bought two different brands of fast-rising yeast…Fleishman’s and Red Star. I was having a problem with Red Star rising, and Fleishman’s always did well. I looked on the country they were made in and Fleshman’s is made in China, Red Star in Mexico. I believe the Red Star yeast was held in hot warehouses during the summer months and held for a period of time before it got shipped out, probably deactivated it. Fleishman’s yeast is made in Canada, which is a much cooler country.
Strongtea · 22-25, M
Ok thanks for that! I’ll look into different brands of yeast@cherokeepatti
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@Strongtea I think European brands might be good too. Haven’t tried them yet but will one day.
cherokeepatti · 61-69, F
@Strongtea if you buy a packet of yeast you can “proof” it before using by mixing it with a spoonful of sugar and lukewarm water. Set it aside with a plate on top to retain heat and check back in 15 minutes to see it has bubbled up and risen in the bowl.