Add the yeast to a bowl with a little sugar. Add a little warm water. Leave the mixture to prove for a few minutes. Add the yeast mixture to the other ingredients and knead, rise, and bake as directed.
Place the granulated dried yeast into the flour with all other ingredients, including the liquid, at the same time. Ensure that the temperature of the liquid is a little higher, as this will help to both dissolve the yeast and distribute it through the dough.
Dissolve the yeast in a little warm water. Add enough flour to it to make a sponge. Leave the yeast sponge to prove over several hours. It can even be left overnight. Add the other ingredients and knead the dough. Leave to rise as usual.
