2. Crafting Self-Rising Flour in Your Kitchen
Stop buying these at the store. 6 flours you can make at home
Self-rising flour is a convenient ingredient for quick breads and biscuits, as it already contains leavening agents.
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Whisk or stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Use right away in recipes that call for self-rising flour, such as biscuits, pancakes, or quick breads.
Storage: Store any extra in an airtight container and label it clearly to avoid confusion with regular flour.
3. Creating Bread Flour from Scratch
Bread flour is higher in protein than all-purpose flour, which gives bread its chewy texture and structure.
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vital wheat gluten
