In response to a question about how to get a darker top crust, in 2026/Jan/04 John DeFields wrote: (Thanks to John for permission to share )
“I’m not sure what model you have, but if it has a fruit/nut dispenser remove it unless you need it for a recipe. This allows for better air circulation at the top of the loaf.”
Note: Sample Loaves were egg-washed to enhance appearance
TIPLET: Question: My machine shows size choices of 500g i 750g i 1000g how do I know which size to choose fro recipes choices of 1 lb, 1.5 lb, and 2 lb.
RULE OF THUMB: keep in mind that the amount of flour that best suits a particular size is a range, Use the machine size selection closest tot he amount suggested in your recipe of choice. I.E. 750 grams is approximately 1.65 lbs.
Ultimate Bread Machine Cookbook for Beginners, The Brooks, Stewart (Kindle copyright 2004) https://amzn.to/3NNnIAZ Convert not necessary – All recipes contain Imperial & Metric
The Image Below SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR DELAYED START I don’t do Delayed Start – Use at your own risk but it “works for me
Order to “Load Pan” First In = Bottom of Pan 1. Liquids 2. oils 3. (Yeast controls) Salt, Sugar 4. Flours 5. Vital Wheat Glutne 6. Yeast/Leaveners (Baking Powder,
NOTES: Sourdough. IF you are using “wet” sourdough, Sub 1 cup of Sourdough for 1 cup of flour AND REDUCE other Liquid (Milk/Water/Juice) by 25 % BE SURE TO MONITOR HYDRATION during 1st 10 minutes of starting machine.
7: Additives. Read Recipe instructions a time or three until you are sure what it is asking you to do. USUALLY the Additives beep is After the first Rise/Ferment and just as the second Stir occurs. NOTE: I also have chosen NOT to use the automatic thing for additives. I am fussy and it seems that EITHER it fails, OR, it dumps the ingredients, but as “ugly clup” so my preferences is to be hands on and roll in the additives after removing the paddle – time chart math may be required.
Misc to be explained, how to “time” when you need to come back to the kitchen to add things.
Butter Tarts: This Gooey Dessert Has Captured the Heart of Canadians
Butter tarts have an all-butter crust and a satisfyingly gooey filling of brown sugar, butter, and eggs, and are beloved by Canadians everywhere. By Molly Allen Serious Eats Updated September 18, 2024
Notes: An excellent choice for Holiday Dessert or Sunday Snacks. Butter Tarts freeze well and so can be made ahead and then just defrosted “on the day”
Variation: Dust the crust with Pecan Flour before filling and add chopped Pecans to the filling.
Ingredients: pie crust your own or store bought white vinegar unsalted butter dark brown sugar large eggs vanilla extract kosher salt Variation: Pecan Flour Chopped Pecan Pieces
Ingredients List: Amazon are affilates – Atlantic Spice is not. (respecting copyright mean referring to full recipe on All Recipes) Links are for the brands I prefer. olive oil ground beef onion, diced garlic, minced bay leaves paprika Italian seasoning kosher salt ground black pepper cayenne pepper chicken broth marinara sauce diced tomatoes water soy sauce SubMaggie’s check locally for better pricing) plus Olde Thompson Umani Blend elbow macaroni Italian parsley fresh Cheddar cheese (or Sour Cream)