"chembake" > wrote in message
ups.com...
> >When making bread in a stand mixer,
>
>
> Generally
> Combine the dry ingredients and dump it into the mixing bowl...
> While the machine is running at low speed , add the liquids gradually
> until it forms a mass that is either soft or firm depending upon the
> type of bread you are planning to make.
> Then the mixer speed is changed to medium speed and let it run until
> the dough is smooth and elastic...
>
>>>Why?
>
> The simplest answer is ....because that is the way it was practiced
> ever since and produced usually consistent results <grin>..
>
you're right, of course. I'm just not thinking straight these days. I've
got to stay away from groups until I get myself straightened around. Sorry.
Janet