I have a couple of questions:
1) Can this be doubled or tripled without launch my KA stand-mixer into a picketing frenzy?
2) Some one suggested adding cinnamon and raisins to this loaf with success. I'd like to try that and letting the last rise occur overnight in the fridge so I can freshly bake the bread for breakfast. What steps would I need to take ie. at what point to put in fridge, how long to leave in fridge, do I need to let it set out before baking (yes, I will be using a metal pan and not glass or Pyrex)
3) Will it alter the taste, consistency, or success of this recipe if the milk is left out in its entirety?
Thanks so much for your help.
Hi Emily:
1) If you have the big (5 1/2 or 6-qt.) KitchenAid, you could double; but triple might be a bit much. I can see the dough climbing right up that dough hook into the motor...
2) I'd flatten the dough after the first rise, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and spread with raisins. Roll into a log, and nestle in the greased pan. Let rise for about 30 minutes, then cover and refrigerate. Next day, it'll probably take a couple of hours (maybe a bit more) to warm up and then finish rising before you can bake. Lots of variables - you'd want to try this once to see how it works, then write it down so you remember for next time.
3) Leaving the milk out will make a less tender loaf, but it should still be good.
Good luck ! PJH
August 17, 2010 at 11:12pm