Can Bread Machine Yeast Be Used in Place of Instant Dry Yeast?
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Q: Can Fleischmann’s Bread Machine Yeast (also ideal for rapid-rise recipes, as stated on the label) be substituted for instant dry yeast?
Sent by John
Editor: Yes, I believe you can use bread machine yeast in place of instant active dry yeast. You do not need to activate the yeast in water first, but can just add it to the rest of the dry ingredients. Here is a guide and more information about baking yeasts:
Readers, do you have any other tips or good advice on substituting bread machine yeast for instant?