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Kneading Bread For The Perfect Rise

Michael Mosley demonstrates what kneading does to bread dough.

Aired 05/31/2017

Food - Delicious Science

Kneading Bread For The Perfect Rise

Clip: Episode 3 | 2m 10sVideo has Closed Captions

Michael Mosley demonstrates what kneading does to bread dough.

The mechanical action of kneading triggers an incredible chemical reaction in the dough, which produces gluten. This sticky gluten is vital to capture naturally produced gases in the bread necessary for a good rise.

Aired 05/31/2017

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