Hello, I'm a newcomer to this list. Sorry if this has been asked before. I
have a bread machine and use the large,(1 lb.) package of active dry yeast
(mostly Red Star). My question is, how come when I open the package, the
yeast potency is very good and with every loaf I make after opening the
package, it goes down hill. It seems like I have to use more and more to
achieve the same amount of rise. After a month or two it seems like the
yeast is unuseable. And yes I do store it in the fridge. I used to think
that using the little packets were too expensive, but now wondering....
Any help would be appreciated,
Tim Shih