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honey and water conversions

Roxanne Rieske <rokzane@comcast.net>
Sun, 16 Jan 2005 07:54:38 -0700
v105.n003.9
Very basic (if you want to get technical--you would use weight 
measurements: see the Bread Baker's Apprentice for exact weight 
conversions): 1 Tbs of honey will carry approx. 2 Tbs of water in it, so
I would cut back on the water by 6 TBS to start with (1/4 cup plus 2 TBS). 
However, you might end up adding a tablespoon or two back into the 
dough  while mixing if it seems dry. It's always better to cut back on the 
water and then add more in during mixing and kneading rather than having to 
add more flour--which can throw off the ratios for yeast and salt.

Although, for that little amount of honey. It might not even make a 
difference in the dough. Where you really see the difference is when the 
honey is 1/2 cup or more.

Roxanne Rieske (Rokzane)
rokzane@comcast.net