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Title: old yeast
Post by: Persistenttiger on December 19, 2012, 12:05:23 am

I have yeast in the fridge that is 2 yrs past its best before date. I proofed some in some warm water + sugar and it has foamed up fine... would it still be okay to use? It's mostly been kept in the freezer, however I think it's been in the fridge for the past 6 months (I needed freezer space!).

Title: Re: old yeast
Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 19, 2012, 12:25:10 am

Probably ok then if its been in the freezer for most if its life. Good excuse to try it and find out  :)

Title: Re: old yeast
Post by: Persistenttiger on December 19, 2012, 12:58:21 am

It's half full, so seems a shame to make it. Will make the kids a pull apart loaf to go with spag bol for dinner.

Title: Re: old yeast
Post by: CreamPuff63 on December 19, 2012, 01:54:38 am

Good idea! What flavour are you going to do?

Title: Re: old yeast
Post by: Persistenttiger on December 19, 2012, 02:26:09 am

I had some shallots cut up in the fridge, so added some garlic and made that as a herb butter. Will sprinkle with some sharp vintage cheddar and/or parmesan too. If it does work I will make some dairy free (will use coconut butter) cinnamon scrolls tomorrow.

Title: Re: old yeast
Post by: Aussie Brenda on December 19, 2012, 03:06:23 am

It sounds like the yeast is still fine, good luck.

Title: Re: old yeast
Post by: Persistenttiger on December 19, 2012, 06:57:45 am

Turned out well! Can see I will be making pull apart bread a lot :D

Title: Re: old yeast
Post by: fundj&e on December 19, 2012, 09:56:01 am

i am sure it will be fine to make pizza PTT