One of our favorite gluten free bread mixes is this "Blue Chip Group". It is wonderful because you can buy it at most Walmarts (in the food storage, canning isle). It is only about $5 and makes about 2 and 1/2 loaves! So it is by far the cheapest I've seen when it comes to mixes or buying a loaf. Plus, it calls for very basic ingredients, water, yeast, and vinegar. The last time I bought this it was in the blue bag instead of the usual gold, so I pictured both.
The key to making this mix into yummy bread is the temperature of the water and letting it rise.
I buy the little packets of yeast most of the time because I don't go through a lot of it. You know, the 3 packets sealed together. I like to buy the "Active Dry" or the "Instant, Quick Rise". On the directions it will tell you the best temperature for the water. But I have found that 130 degrees Farenheit always works when you are adding the water after the yeast is mixed in with the flour mixture.
Next, letting the dough rise in a warm place (like a window seal) will make a big difference.
The loaf is not the size of regular, homemade bread, but it isn't much smaller. It is also slightly sweeter than most bread. It makes great toast and my two year old loves having it on hand for a snack.
We also like to use it for making french bread pizza. Cut the loaf in half and put on your favorite sauce and toppings! Or you could do a lot of small, thin, toast slices for a good thin crust.
Overall we really like this product!
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