Breadman TR2200C Ultimate Bread Machine

Breadman TR2200C Ultimate Bread Machine
by Breadman

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Product Summary

Manufacturer: Breadman
Brand: Breadman
Model: TR2200C
Product features:

Makes homemade bread in 1-, 1-1/2-, and 2-pound loaves
110 preprogrammed settings, 430 watts, 60-minute power failure backup
Nonstick bake pan material for easy cleaning
Includes instruction manual, recipe booklet, and instructional videotape
Measures 16 by 12 by 10-1/2 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Breadman TR2200C Ultimate Bread Machine

Customer Review: I Love This Machine!!!!!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars

I spent a long time reading all of the reviews on breadmakers before I bought this one three weeks ago. After returning three other machines in the past because they made bread you could use for a doorstop, I really didn't think I would ever own another one. I wanted a machine that would make artisan breads and this one is it!!!

To test the waters I made four loaves of white bread the first week. After following the recipe for a 1 1/2 pound loaf of white bread from the instruction book that came with the machine, I was shocked that the bread was similar to my previously poor experiences with breadmakers.

I called Breadman and spoke with a wonderful customer service woman. She told me that they are trained on the machine for two weeks before being allowed to answer questions for customers. She said that the temperature of 80 degrees for the water, that is listed in the book, is too low and to bring it to 95 degrees. Also, she said to check the dough after five minutes on the second knead and make sure that it's not too wet or dry. It should feel like scotch tape when you touch it, sticky. I told her that the dough was shifting to one side of the machine and coming out lopsided and she told me to quickly open the machine after the shaping cycle and to shape the bread evenly so the dough would rise and fill the pan properly. Also, she said I could remove the paddle at that time, if I wished.

So I tried it again. This time I added more water, 1/2 tsp. and used 95 degree water. It came out better. The third try, per my husband's suggestion, I raised the water temperature to 105 degrees and added 1 1/2 teaspoons of water. This loaf rose higher and was lighter and fluffier when you cut it. The fourth try I raised the temperature of the water to 110 degrees and only added one tsp. of water. Ah, PERFECTION!!! I have to say it was funny making a new loaf every day and then lining them up on the counter to see the height of each loaf grow each day. It looked like stair steps as they grew higher with each batch.

Never having had much experience with baking bread it took time to know when the dough is right. My husband had suggested the higher water temperatures because the pan is cold, it states up to 110 degrees on the yeast package and he was right. The bread comes out very similar to the packages of white bread that you would buy at the supermarket, fluffy and soft, but the flavor is oh so much better tasting. No more "door stop" bread here.

Next I made the French Bread using the dough cycle only and removed it, shaping it into small round loaves ( 1 1/2 pound recipe makes two reasonable size loaves) and next a long loaf which I shaped into a pan made for French Bread baguettes. All of them came out perfect. Again I added more water than they called for so I suspect where you live, the altitude, etc. can make the difference. I'm in Southern California so it's a little less humid than other parts of the country. I froze one of the loaves and used it a few days later. Defrost it on the counter, wrap in foil and warm it through in the oven at 375 degrees. Comes out like it did the day you made it!!! Tonight I made the Cheesy Garlic Rolls in the book. They came out perfect and soooooooo good!!!

The machine is easy to clean, does everything it is supposed to, the customer service people are GREAT, and I couldn't be happier. The recipe book that comes with the TR2200C Ultimate Bread Machine is very helpful as well as the video because they explain everything clearly and the recipes are wonderful. I'm looking forward to making the sour dough bread starter in the book, since that is my favorite bread, and I'm sure it will be wonderful. I don't think you could find a better product and with a one year warranty, and, even if something goes wrong, they will handle the problem for you. I would recommend this machine and at Amazon's price, I don't think you can find it for any less anywhere!!! Also, I used the free Super Saver Shipping and it only took three days to get here.

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Description of Breadman TR2200C Ultimate Bread Machine

Think about how lovely it would be to wake up to the aroma of baking bread, and how equally satisfying it would be to present a warm, soft loaf of yeast or quick bread at the table for any meal. This programmable machine makes it so easy, there's no excuse for not making your own breads. You can put all the ingredients into the machine the night before, or the morning of, and program it to have the bread ready and waiting at the appropriate time.

What used to be a time-consuming, messy process is now a snap. Measure the ingredients into the Breadman Plus, push a few buttons, then go for a walk in the park. Return a few hours later--or after a good night's sleep--to the unforgettable aroma and taste of homemade bread. This machine will even make the jam to top it off.

The Breadman Ultimate makes and bakes most kinds of yeast bread--white, whole wheat, rye, honey banana, or crusty French--as well as quick or batter breads. Try the recipes in the booklet or your own favorites--just be sure the dry ingredients total less than about 5 cups so the dough doesn't overflow the 9-1/2-inch (nonstick) baking pan. If your recipe calls for adding ingredients late in the kneading cycle, there's a tray to hold and automatically dispense them. If you want to make bread that doesn't conform to the loaf shape, the machine can mix and raise the dough prior to shaping for baking in a conventional oven.

For the beginner the process couldn't be easier, and even if you're an old hand at making bread from scratch, you'll find yourself baking much more frequently. And this machine quickly pays for itself: think of how many $3 or $4 loaves you won't be buying over the bread maker's lifetime! One drawback is worth noting: If you're a fan of the Breadman Plus, you may be less satisfied with the mixing results of the Ultimate's single bread hook versus the Plus's dual dough hooks. --Toni Reineke