flour left over in bottom of mixer

Carolyne C. (Q&A ID 293)

I have a Kitchen Aid Pro mixer that does a great job of bread dough. After mixing the focaccia, I noticed some flour in the bottom of the mixer that did not get mixed into the dough. Can I stop the kneeding process toward the end to make sure that all the flour has been incorporated into the dough?

thank you

Lynn C. (Q&A ID 662)

Hi Carolyne -

We would probably recommend turning off the mixer and ensuring the flour is mixed in once the water is added and just as the dough is starting to form. This will make it easier for the flour to become fully incorporated.

Best,

The Milk Street Cooking Team