Many ways to proof bread

[achookwoman]

Please add instructions and photo, if possible.
Today I tried 2 completely new ways to help my bread rise.

First the dough in preheated tumble dryer, ( not turning), door ajar.
Secondly, in front of AF after baking. Turned off.

[achookwoman]

[troupie]

Two good new ways there; when it has kneaded the tmx is nice and warm so I just wrap it in a quilt and put it out of the way (usually on my bed).

[achookwoman]

Two good new ways there; when it has kneaded the tmx is nice and warm so I just wrap it in a quilt and put it out of the way (usually on my bed).

Troupie, that is a great idea. I know one people put the electric blanket on.

[cookie1]

My favourite way when the weather is cool is to put the bread in the oven. Then place a bowl of boiling water on the floor f the oven. If necessary you can  replace the boiling water.

[Kimmyh]

I do this too cookie. It works really well.

[kyton]

I place my dough on top of my coffee machine. The ambient heat works a treat.

[achookwoman]

Good one Kyton.  Must try it.

[bogie1]

I did a bread making class recently and another hint was to put it on top of your video/foxtel box in the lounge - the warm air coming out of those is enough to make your bread rise too apparently. 

[achookwoman]

Bogie, looks like we will have to get FOXTEL, just for the bread. 

[cookie1]

I wonder what DH will say when I tell him we need to get Foxtel to rise the bread. 

[Cornish Cream]

LOL Cookie.

[EmeraldSue]

I often prove my bread in the car if it's a warm day. If not, I boil the kettle and put the boiling water into a measuring cup. I place the dough and the measuring cup of hot water into the microwave and shut the door.

[achookwoman]

Both good ones ES.
Isi recommends floating bowl and tin in sink of hot water.

[cookie1]

That would be better than the oven ES. Thanks.