Learn a simple and effective method to rise yeast dough even in a cool or drafty kitchen environment.
Prepare your yeast dough according to your recipe and place it in a greased bowl, flipping it to coat all sides.
Ensure the bowl is large enough to allow the dough to double in size.
Cover the bowl with a clean, damp dish cloth.
The damp cloth prevents the dough from drying out during the rising process.
Fill a microwave-safe bowl halfway with warm water and heat it in the microwave until it starts to steam.
The steaming water creates a warm, humid environment ideal for dough rising.
Quickly place the bowl with the dough into the microwave alongside the steaming water and close the door.
Avoid opening the microwave door frequently to maintain the warm environment.
Let the dough rise in the microwave until it has doubled in size.
Check the dough after 30 minutes to ensure it is rising properly.
