Active Dry Yeast for Baking Bread Calling all bakers: this active dry yeast helps bread and pizza dough rise for delicious results. It provides a moderate and steady leavening rate to develop more flavor in all types of yeast doughs. And, it comes in a 1-lb package, so you'll have plenty on hand for all your baking needs. Use in recipes calling for active dry yeast (can be used for both traditional and bread machine baking methods). The slower action of active dry yeast also makes it the perfect choice for refrigerated doughs. Excellent for making your own homemade bread, pizza dough and pastries. When a recipe calls for 1 packet of dry yeast, use 2-1/4 teaspoons yeast. 16 oz (1 lb). Helpful Hint: For best results, dry yeast should be at room temperature prior to use. Ingredients: Yeast, Sorbitan Monostearate.