"Does the heating element come on to warm the dough during the knead/dough cycle? I'm looking for a machine which doesn't do this."
1098262
Black & Decker 1 1/2-Pound Bread Machine, White works well. This one may is the one you want to go for.
1098263
I'll have to double check. I did keep the door open to photograph the dough though it did go on full blast but was gradually warming. So then quit the picture taken bcuz I thought it might flop. I'll let you next time I use it.
964765
The process is no different. The machine just maintains the temperature for you. Way back when I had an oven with a pilot light, I would just put the new yogurt in the oven until it had set (usually overnight) because the temperature was just right.
783855
We have not had that issue....I always warm the oven on the #1 setting. After the light goes off and the unit warms for roughly 10 minutes, I then turn the knob to #2 just before cooking a pizza. We had some issues the first time we used it and the pizza wasn't perfect but once we figured out our system, it has been perfect ever since. We just started pre-making pizzas when we are having people over and only cooking them half way earlier in the day and then finishing the cooking when we are ready to serve. They turn out great and you don't have the mess of preparation while you have guests. (Unless its a pizza party and some of the fun is having everyone prepare their own) We have not had that issue....I always warm the oven on the #1 setting. After the light goes off and the unit warms for roughly 10 minutes, I then turn the knob to #2 just before cooking a pizza. We had some issues the first time we used it and the pizza wasn't perfect but once we figured out our system, it has been perfect ever since. We just started pre-making pizzas when we are having people over and only cooking them half way earlier in the day and then finishing the cooking when we are ready to serve. They turn out great and you don't have the mess of preparation while you have guests.... » Read More We have not had that issue....I always warm the oven on the #1 setting. After the light goes off and the unit warms for roughly 10 minutes, I then turn the knob to #2 just before cooking a pizza. We had some issues the first time we used it and the pizza wasn't perfect but once we figured out our system, it has been perfect ever since. We just started pre-making pizzas when we are having people over and only cooking them half way earlier in the day and then finishing the cooking when we are ready to serve. They turn out great and you don't have the mess of preparation while you have guests. (Unless its a pizza party and some of the fun is having everyone prepare their own) « Show Less
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Whoa...may be the mixer head connecter insertion. Have you made "adjustments" for the height with the tool? Might be some of the problem, too. Mine seems to be somewhat loose at insertion with any of the beater attachments, which made me leery at the beginning; but it whips up double cookie batches with no problem. I make Divinity with it and whips it up great without any over-heat. I never tried it for bread dough, as I like to knead bread myself. I would call the 800 customer service number and talk to them about it, but first try your adjustment tool. Sorry you having problems with it...maybe I need to whip up a batch of French Bread to see how mine does...big snow storm here and roads are un-drivable in Champaign County in IL...so might just get it out and make some bread! :o) Let me know if the adjusting tool helped.
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yes, my bread machine set on the dough setting includes one rise. At the end of the cycle, reset it on the dough setting and let it run about a minute to punch down the dough. Remove the dough from the machine, form it into a log that fits the pan, then let it rise one more time until it is domed at least 2 inches high over the pan, then into the oven at about 350* until an instant read thermometer reads 190* for most recipes.
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We have not had that issue....I always warm the oven on the #1 setting. After the light goes off and the unit warms for roughly 10 minutes, I then turn the knob to #2 just before cooking a pizza. We had some issues the first time we used it and the pizza wasn't perfect but once we figured out our system, it has been perfect ever since. We just started pre-making pizzas when we are having people over and only cooking them half way earlier in the day and then finishing the cooking when we are ready to serve. They turn out great and you don't have the mess of preparation while you have guests. (Unless its a pizza party and some of the fun is having everyone prepare their own)
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I'm on my third bread machine since they first became available and all three have done the same thing paddle-wise (and they are all different brands). I let it go and wash the pan with the paddle intact. Whether the paddle comes off the spindle or not, it's *still* going to leave a small tear in the bottom of the loaf (you DO have to remove it from the bread, after all). In fact, the bread bakes *around* the paddle and a tear/slit/hole forms during THAT process.I usually don't serve the "heel" of the loaf, anyway.
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It does not have a heating element. The stainless steel carafe is supposed to keep the coffee warm after brewing, but it does not. It is a lousy coffee machine, frequently overflowing if the lid is not aligned perfectly while brewing.
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Jonathan,Thanks for the note about loading your no-knead breads to your pot!! That is a very special application, but one that I also use. Very cool!Gary@EXO/Super Peel
2011280
Yes, that happens sometimes, mine came with a special tool to remove the paddle. You can remove the paddle before the bread starts baking if you prefer.
1450256
No heat at all. Kneading action works well for me when my hip tightens up. Like the older model better with toggle switch. Find the new one with timer cumbersome. It's still the best one I've found.
1471749
If you have a bread making machine, then it self rises in the machine. If you make it by hand you want it to rise in a warm spot, not a drafty spot.
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I do not know if it kneads or not but I use it for doing all the other things with it. I think it is not that hard to clean because there is not that many parts.The book that comes with it should be able to tell you if it kneads or not so check your manual.I am sorry I could not be of more help to you.
1933010
Have you found any alternative? I just started looking into purchasing a bread maker and I'm stuck in the same quandry. I avoid non-stick at all costs, but I can't seem to find a machine without it. Please let me know if you found anything. Thanks! Lyndi
1229316
Yes, but it also activates the heating.The device has a three position switch:1) forward2) off3) reverse & heatHowever you can also turn the device 180° which effectively reverses the kneading.
1896905
Yeah, but it's hardly worth the bother. Despite somebody gifting us another bread machine, I've gone back to hand kneading rolls in a convection toaster cooker. Research first, everything amalgamates to the very worst, least reputable supplier. And, of course... Amazon & WalMart cause this!
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The box says it kneads but their web site says it doesn't, I was confused so I contacted the company, after checking into it with the manager in the office and then the HB testing facility, they called me back(I cannot say enough good things about the people I dealt with at the company, very nice, cheerful and helpful.) and told me that it does knead a 1 loaf recipe using the chopping blade and to only use the PULSE speed for kneading.