I am trying out the recipe of baguette now. I do not have a mixer. I kneaded the contents with hand. The yeast I used is Red star brand active dry yeast. My dough has been out in room temperature for 4-5 hours and has not risen at all. I am very disappointed. How can I save my baguette in this situation now? Lessons learnt - use SAF brand yeast, go for sprinkle/sweep instead of dip/sweep method and get a stand in mixer to do this next time. Thanks for your help Try dissolving a couple of teaspoons of Red Star yeast in 2 tablespoons warm water with a pinch of sugar. If it doesn't bubble after about 15 minutes, your yeast is dead, and you'll have to start again. If it does, knead it into your dough; it should get it going. Also, please call our Baker's hotline for more help - they can talk you through this. 802-649-3717. Don't be discouraged - we all learn by doing. PJH

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