Is bread machine good/worth it?!
Is bread machine good/worth it?
Does a bread machine actually save money when bread is made from scratch (no premade mixes). Is it a pain to measure, use and clean up? Does the bread taste better than store-bought? Does is keep well?
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My sister gave us hers , as she never used it. I made bread in it at least once a week, if not more. I like the wheat bread and the herb garlic. We probably made over 100 loaves with it. The bread is better than anything at the grocery store. (you do have to be VERY PRECISE in your measurements). When I got pregnant, I had to watch my carb intake, and the bread out of a machine is a larger square, so rather than cut a slice paper thin, we went back to store bought. It only seems like a pain until you get used to doing it. Then you just eat way to much bread.
I think it saves money. And most of the ingredients are things you would have on hand anyway if you bake. Like almonds and honey for one of the wheat loaves. Clean up is only bad if the bread rises to much and sticks to the top of the machine.
We kept or bread on the counter for about 5 days max, then it starts to go bad. If you need to keep it longer than that, my suggestion would be to slice it, and freeze it (baked good do better on the counter or in the freezer, not in the fridge).
Also you should note, for toast, we had to toast the bread one way, and then flip it over and toast it on the other side. The squares stick out the top of the toaster.
All in all, if you have other appliances that you use on a regular basis (such as a rice cooker) and don't mind getting it out and using it for rice or steaming veggies, then you will love the bread machine. If on the other hand you hate even having to get out an extra bowl to beat an egg seperately for a recipe, a bread machine may not be for you.
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With the price of bread climbing, yes I think it is worth it.
I have a bread machine we';ve had about 6 months now.
When you first get started at it, yes its a pain, but once you get used to it, it easy, and the bread always taste good, even when you mess up There are different setting for loaf sizes and different settings for crust.
I like the Italian and the French bread the best they are easy simple, no hassle recipes and always have a great turn out.
As far as the taste.. there are several recipes that taste like store bread but generally the bread is far better, and it smells so good when it bakes. I would recommend one for any one who eats lots of bread.
Honestly, they are great for a few weeks, but then they start to become a pain. They are very hard to clean up and unless you can find the mixes, it's also a pain to get all the ingredients and keep the things on hane that you need. I cant see how they would save money, and they really only come in handy if you love to bake bread and do it at least twice a week. I got rid of mine and have no intent on getting another one
I used to have a bread maker. It (I) made a few failed loaves, which by the way, still got eaten. The bread smells beautiful when cooking, and tastes even better when it's ready. I found it to be a waste of time as it only made a small loaf, and the bread was rather "heavy" - not good for the waist line. It was fun to have at the time, but I wouldn't invest in another one.
it really depends on you. the measuring is not a lot of work. the kneading of the dough can be very relaxing. the first time you make bread it can be a bit intimidating, but just enjoy the experience. cooking is fun if you let it be.
You can't save money on "bread". You can have a large variety of FRESH BREAD. Whenever you want. Have you ever had bread fresh from the oven (I mean immediately)? Can't be beat for taste. It does not "keep" like bread from store, however. Nothing tastes (or smells) as good, just have plenty of butter! Directions are easy but needs proper (kind of special) flour for home baked bread. Easy to make but takes a little work to clean up. It tastes WAY better than store bought when fresh.
It isn't cheaper, it is a bit of work, and it will go moldy much faster than storebought because you aren't loading it with preservatives. If this is just a passing thought. then don't go for it, you'll end up with a machine that wasn't cheap, and is just gathering dust.
But if you love fresh homemade bread and your family will eat it regularly, then it's definitely worth it, because nothing beats old fashioned homemade bread for taste, and the wonderful smell in the house.
I used to use my bread machine often. But now there are such great breads in the stores, I don't bother baking my own anymore. Of course any bread that is warm and freshly baked tastes better. But after a while, it is all the same. Don't bother with homemade bread.
it's not going to save you money. It might in the very long term if you spend mega bucks for comercial bread cutter. Years ago had one with two small pans by We built right or something like that. it was naivety and enjoyed baking slightly different breads, like adding jar on baby food banana to whole wheat. it was worth the money even if it wasn't bought on sale and place offered free shipping. Got a bread machine with two lbs pan and it stinks. Think they gave me blade for one lb and it does lose job with two. Got that to try more elaborate breads and got screwed. Anther bad feature it has something to automatically open and add stuff. Never could figure out how to open it to clean it so never used it. Know what you want to bake.The one would recommend don't think it is on the market any more. If you buy other one be sure you get the correct blade. The bread machine also said there was accessories you could buy, which were not available at their website. You don't have to run to store to buy bread when storm is coming but bread pan could also be used.
Absolutely it tastes better than normal store bought bread. It is inexpensive if buy the ingredients in bulk. Store the yeast in the fridge. Cleaning a breeze just wash with warm water and a little soap. HINT do not lose the dough hook in the bread. Take it out so do not later throw it away by accident. If you want can just use dough cycle and shape and bake the bread your-self. No-one will know a machine was involved!
I have had two bread makers in the past. A Dak which made the very best bread ever and something I got from KMart. It wasn't very good and I gave it away. It is easy to make and the clean up is easy too. Just make sure you get a good one. My friend knocked the Dak onto the floor and broke it. It cost $119. The other one was $40.00. You get what you pay for. The bread has no preservatives, but the loaves are small and if good, you won't have to worry about going bad. I could eat 1/2 while still warm.