Instruction
1
Keep compressed yeast can, if they crumble and mix with a small amount of flour. Then arrange them on thick paper and allow to dry. After drying, place them in a tightly sealed glass jar and put in a dark place. Before use, the yeast should be checked for germination. To do this, they need to dissolve in 1/2 Cup warm water, add a pinch of sugar, 2 tablespoons flour and stir. Leave for 15-20 minutes. If the top to appear white foam, the yeast can be used for baking.
2
The remaining yeast can be saved, if you put them in a glass jar, completely pour the vegetable oil and cover tightly. Refrigerate before use and to check germination.
3
Pressed yeast must be stored at a temperature of 0-4 degrees. Warranty period of storage at this temperature for 12 hours.
4
Dry yeast should be stored at temperatures not above 15 degrees. Warranty period of storage of 6 to 12 months. The higher the grade of yeast, the longer the shelf life.
Note
Fresh compressed yeast has a pleasant sour smell, easily crumble in your hands into fine crumbs, and not stick to hands. The thick consistency of the yeast, the color of the light.
The yeast that lay some time in the fridge, dry and covered with a dark crust which is not involved in the fermentation process.
The yeast that lay some time in the fridge, dry and covered with a dark crust which is not involved in the fermentation process.
