This is my first time here & first attempt at bread baking. I really like this recipe however I'm a bit confused about the amount of yeast used. I read that 3-4 cups of flour takes 1 tsp of instant yeast, but this recipe uses 2 1/2 tsps of instant yeast. Is the amount correct or is it an error? I'm sorry to be asking this question. I am planning to bake this bread tomorrow. Never be sorry for asking questions! That's how you learn. I'm not sure where you read about 1 teaspoon of yeast being appropriate for 3 to 4 cups of flour; yeast can actually be increased or decreased as desired to hasten or slow the rising process. The amount of yeast is correct as written for this recipe, producing rising times that are neither too fast, nor too slow. Good luck, and if you run into any difficulties, please call our baker's hotline: 800-827-6836. Enjoy - PJH

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