If you like to use fresh yeast, it's important to know how to preserve it safely. Here's how to store it in both the fridge ...

There are two main types of yeast: dried yeast and fresh yeast. Is fresh yeast superior to dry, or is it not worth the hassle? Find out what's best for you.

Fresh yeast, sometimes called compressed or cake yeast, is also composed of 100 percent living cells, but has not been dehydrated. The result is a solid, soft, crumbly, ...

Fresh yeast is alive, so it has a very short shelf-life (usually two weeks or less). Only buy fresh yeast when you plan to use it in the next few days. Always check the expiration date, ...

Dear Lisa: I have a question about cooking with yeast. When a recipe calls for one package, is it the little packet or the square cake of yeast? How would ...

DEAR SUN SPOTS: For the second year in a row my Thanksgiving rolls didn’t rise much. Everyone said they were fine, but you know what “fine” means. I used fresh yeast. What am I doing wrong?

Fresh Yeast: Also called compressed or cake yeast, this yeast comes in a solid, clay-like block. It’s a little harder to track down—look for it in the refrigerated section of the supermarket.