I make whole grain breads in my Breadman Ultimate nearly every day. For
a nice, soft texture in my bread I replace 1 tablespoon of oil with 1
tablespoon of lecithin (for 3 cups of flour). It makes a big difference in
dinner rolls and sweet rolls, too.
Lecithin is a natural dough enhancer derived from soybeans. It produces
a softer loaf, extends shelf life, and improves rising. Lecithin is
available at natural food stores; the liquid form is most common. Some
stores also carry the granular form, including King Arthur Flour
(BakersCatalogue.com).
Heather Reseck, R.D.
Carnation, WA