In order to be happy with pastries and various bakery products, it is best to make them yourself. This process can be most facilitated with the help of a special automated stove. Nowadays, many people prefer to make bread on their own, because it is a product of prime necessity. The smell of freshly baked goodies attracts every person, the aroma creates an indescribable sensation.
Why is it better to bake bread with a special appliance? This will help to save time after a working day, which is worth spending on a more useful activity. It is precisely in such situations that the Panasonic automatic bread machine comes to the rescue. Customer reviews (which is the best of the available models, there is no single solution yet) in most cases are positive when it comes to a device with the SD-257 index. Let's look at it in more detail.
Story
The Panasonic company appeared back in 1987. Even then, she was able to launch a new type of household appliance on the market. This is one that combines a dough kneading machine, oven and proofer. Such a device was called an automatic bakery; in Russian terminology, this word was replaced by the well-known “bread machine”.
Unfortunately, Panasonic is not very happy with the assortment of such equipment, even with the fact that the company is a leader in this industry. The model, which will be discussed in the article, is considered the oldest in the existing line. From a simple device with an index of 256, it is distinguished by the ability to cook rye bread, as well as the presence of a dispenser that can function automatically. It works this way: at the right time adds any ingredients, such as raisins or nuts. The Panasonic SD-257 differs from many other models in that its assembly used more durable materials that guarantee a long service life even with frequent use.
Machine description
The Panasonic SD-257 bread machine on the manufacturer’s website is listed as a novelty, but its design cannot be called that. Many consumers consider it boring and uninteresting, which came from the 80s. Such an impression of appearance is created by some elements. We are talking about a black and white screen that does not have a backlight, pseudo-touch keys, ordinary white plastic, as well as the rude shape of the device. That is why aesthetes do not like such a device. It will also not appeal to those who really like to spy on the process of making bread or other pastries. The fact is that the Panasonic SD-257 design is completely closed, there are no transparent elements, so the device stores all the secrets of cooking. The technique will not work for young parents either. When cooking, the device does not block the lid, so the child can easily get inside.
To all other fans, to cook tasty, the device will be pleasant. Such minor flaws as design are not always of great importance. Such people need only one thing - a quality result. It is on this principle that the Panasonic SD-257 bread maker operates. It’s convenient to operate the device, the menu is clear, the result is always excellent. What could be better?
What does the device prepare?
The appliance can cook both ordinary bread and with additives, diet pastries, French products with a crust and air dough, rye products, jam, dumplings, pizza, muffins. However, for those who like to receive everything at once, it is necessary to clarify that the device is capable of preparing only dough for ravioli and pizza. Roll out and add ingredients to it yourself.
How does a bread machine work?
When a person sees a bread machine, he does not think about what principle this technique works on. Sometimes some people think that the mechanism is quite complicated, because it knows how to mix the ingredients, distribute them correctly. However, in reality, everything is much easier. Let's consider this question in more detail.
In the main container, which is a baking dish, there is a shaft. Where it is fixed, there is a scapula kneading the dough. The form itself is coated with non-stick coating so that no product burns. It is in this capacity that you need to put everything in the right proportions, and most importantly, in the correct sequence.
After that, the form is placed in a baking chamber. The Panasonic SD-257 bread machine is equipped with a drive that rotates the blade and a special heating element. If you need to cook baked goods with additives, then pour them into the dispenser. It is located in the lid of the device. On the control panel, you need to select the desired program and then the additives will intervene in the product evenly.
How to start the cooking process?
After all the necessary ingredients have been added to the device, a person needs to choose the right cooking program and all the options that guarantee the most successful result. This refers to the choice of bread size, the start timer and the color of the resulting crust. Unfortunately, the second option is implemented extremely unsuccessfully. A person will have to choose a delay in hours, and not the time when it is preferable to start cooking, so you should do all the calculations yourself.
Cooking nuance
Cooking in a bread machine requires a thorough approach. It is necessary to use the ingredients strictly in the amount prescribed in the recipe. Therefore, it is best to purchase electronic scales with the Panasonic SD-257. It is impossible to act on the “eye”. If you need to put 500 grams of flour, then in no case is it allowed to have less or more. Otherwise, the bread maker may produce an unpredictable result. This will seem insignificant to many, however, consumer reviews confirm that successful baking will work only if everything is done according to the recipe.
Baking process
Panasonic SD-257, parts of which can be easily purchased at any service center, prepares products in four different stages. Their duration depends on the selected program and the corresponding options. In fact, this factor is affected by the time taken to equalize the temperature, kneading, raising the dough and the baking process itself. The minimum period for which the product will be ready is two hours, the maximum is six. As a rule, French bread takes so long to prepare. Additional programs work much less - from 20 minutes (dough for dumplings) to 1.5 hours (jam).
The main pros and cons of the device
What are they based on when choosing a device such as the Panasonic bread maker - customer reviews. Which is better from the available line, it is up to each person to decide. Therefore, in addition to the impressions of the owners, you need to know about the strengths and weaknesses. Consider the advantages and benefits of this device.
The following factors can be considered pluses: the presence of a dispenser, a huge number of programs and options (in particular, the possibility of making jam), and the high quality of the result. In addition, the device is capable of kneading the dough without baking it after this process.
Among the shortcomings, a poorly thought out timer and a high cost (about 10 thousand rubles) should be noted.
A simple recipe for bread dough
In order to prepare a yeast-free dough for bread, it is necessary to sift the flour through a sieve, and then add the baking powder to it. Then sprinkle with sugar and salt. Then it should be mixed to obtain a homogeneous mass.
In an additional container you need to combine butter, milk and beaten eggs. Mix the mixture so that the resulting solution becomes homogeneous.
It remains to combine the two available masses into one dough. Then it is necessary to place it in the form of the device and put on baking.
Here is such an easy recipe for bread dough to help prepare a delicious product.
Reviews
Customer reviews are excellent and in 90% of cases are positive. Many people do not like the device externally, but its functionality and good result in the end justifies the outdated design elements and high cost.
Occasionally there are problems with the fact that the oven ceases to knead, but, as a rule, they are associated with improper care. In general, only the housewives of the Panasonic SD-257 bread maker are happy. The reviews are so good that you can not even doubt the right choice.