Red Star Active Dry Yeast is a premium baking yeast designed for yeast-leavened bread and dough. This 32-ounce (2-pound) vacuum-packed pouch provides a moderate and steady leavening rate that helps develop more complex flavors in homemade bread. The yeast is ideal for traditional bread machine methods, hand-kneading, stand mixer preparations, and refrigerated doughs.

For optimal results, use the yeast at water temperatures between 110-115°F when rehydrating, or mix with dry ingredients and add liquid at 120-130°F for the dry blend method. One packet equivalent (approximately 2¼ teaspoons) can raise up to 4 cups of flour. The product works well for dough and standard bread machine cycles using ¾ teaspoon per cup of flour with liquids at 80°F.

The vacuum-packed bag should feel hard like a brick before opening. Once opened, the yeast becomes free-flowing and should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 months or freezer for up to 6 months to maintain leavening power. Allow the yeast to reach room temperature for 20-30 minutes before use. Product of Mexico.