I’m somewhat new to baking with yeast but just bought a bag at Costco since it seemed significantly less expensive than my local grocery store. I thought it was the same thing but there’s a conversion chart on the side of the package. Is this different than regular Active Dry yeast?
by Senior_Ad3325
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2 1/4 teaspoons is the equivalent of one yeast packet. Ignore the rest of the stuff. This is the same as the active dry yeast in a packet. I usually transfer mine from the package to Mason jar and store it in the refrigerator.
I suspect they are just providing a conversion chart for people used to brick yeast…. You can use it as normal.
The conversion is just if you’re converting from a recipe that calls for fresh yeast. Use it how you would normally use active dry yeast. I personally don’t activate it, just their it into whatever in making. I keep mine in the fridge in a mason jar, but you can spray keep it in the freezer. That way it lasts a really long time.
Calling it ‘Costco yeast’ is almost offensive lol jk. I get a 2lb bag at my restaurant depot for ~$9. Red Star is one of the most reliable, active, best yeasts on the market. 2 1/4 tsp equals one yeast packet.
530g flour
1.6g yeast (Costco)
7.5 g salt
370 ml water
Mix and fold and let stand at room temperature overnight (8 to 10 hours)
Bake 450F for 30 minutes for one loaf or 50 minutes for two loaves
I ordered some quart dark brown mason jars for this yeast and it’s still good after about 4 months in the fridge.
Make a poolish with it then use that