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Tips for better baking:For best results: refrigerate and use within 6 months after opening, but no later than the date on cap.Bread machine recipes:Bread machine yeast can be used in all bread machines on all cycles. Add yeast with flour. Avoid direct contact with liquids and salt.How to use bread machine (instant) yeast in traditional oven recipes:Mix undissolved bread machine yeast with dry ingredients.Add liquids that have been heated to 120 degrees to 130 degrees F.Add remaining ingredients.Knead. Cover; let rest 10 minutes (replaces first rise in 2-rise recipes).Dough will not rise during this time.Shape dough as directed in recipe. Cover and let rise until doubled in size.Bake as directed.2-1/4 tsp bread machine yeast (1/4 oz) = 1 Env. Rapid Rise™ yeast (1/4 oz) = 1 cake fresh yeast (0.6 oz).Refrigerate after opening.Then use within 6 months.