Yeast Dough Production

There are twelve basic steps in the production of yeast breads. These steps are generally applied to all yeast products, with variations depending on the particular product. In particular, many of the handcrafted artisan breads that have become popular require more complex procedures. These procedures are reserved for chapter 7, where we take the time to describe them fully. This chapter gives you the information you need to produce the conventional yeast formulas in chapters 8 and 9. To prepare the sourdough breads and some of the specialty items in chapter 8, you are advised to prepare by reading chapter 7.