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Panasonic SDZB-2502 review
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The Panasonic SD-ZB 2502, with its unique yeast dispenser, is billed as the 'ultimate bread-making machine'. We reveal how it fared against two other popular Panasonic models in our full test results.
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Posts (12)
 wrote: | 2011-08-02 15:27:11.797 wrote: great   Bread is good, it does what it says it will do. Haven't tried all the programmes, but a good variety to choose from. Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | steve.lockwood wrote: I now use the machi... I now use the machine on 'bake rapid' and get just as good wholemeal loaves as I did when I used the full programme.Choice of a good yeast and good flour is key. Start using the machine with Panasonic's recipes and instructions but do not feel afraid to experiment when you get some experience.We've seldom bought bread in the past 12 years, since we had our first Panasonic.Brilliant machines. Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | maureen.catchpole wrote: just goes on working Reliable, consistently great bread, using overnight is the best Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | astare wrote: Panasonic SDZB-2502 This breadmaker is brilliant and I have never experienced the problem of the mixing paddle getting stuck in the loaf. I have experimented with my own recipes, especially using oats, and these have come out very well. It appears to be virtually foolproof and is vastly superior to my previous breadmaker. I highly recommend this machine to anyone wanting a breadmaker. It's not cheap, but like everything else in life you get what you pay for. Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | Chappers wrote: Chappers Absolutely excellent never fails to be consistent. However as long as one uses yeast meant for bread makers Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | 2011-07-23 10:54:13.297 wrote: Replacement for previous model Still excellent and the "tin" matches the old model, whose tin made the bread stick after about 8 years which was disappointing. Doesn't perhaps rise as high as the previous model, but still makes lovely bread. The delay function is the only way to use it! Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | keith.bellis wrote: First Bread Maker Initially bought on a whim I could no longer be without this in the kitchen. Produces fantastic white and brown bread from scratch with ease; (I would advocate buying separate flour, yeast etc as the only failures have been with ready mixed Hovis granary bread....these have come out flat every time...on the other hand the ready mix white from Aldi is to die for.) Given the opportunity the bread keeps really fresh for several days so is eaten crust to crust and therefore avoids waste (unlike shop bought which tend to go dry after a day or so). Cost per loaf is by my estimate around 60p so is really good value....cheaper than the diesel to fetch one in any event!Finally I cant understand why there is such a fuss about the paddle sticking....after around 50 loaves this has only happened twice to me. Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | FrequentFlyer wrote: PanasonicSD-ZB2502 We have recently replaced the previous version of this product that had lasted 13 years. This version is exceptional and a significant improvement. The main difference apart from the modern look is the yeast dispenser. We have made just about every loaf in the recipe book and all have come out beautifully, if you follow the instructions accurately. The blade only gets stuck in very dense loaves but does need soaking with warm water to release it from the bread pan. Highly recommended. Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | Katyluton wrote: Katyluton First rate! I had previously owned a Morphy Richards machine, but after several years of intermittent use, I tired of the mess the paddle made to the loaf when it stuck, and for the past year I had only used the dough programme, baking the loaves in the oven. I read all the test results, and the reviews before deciding on this Panasonic model. I found it in chrome/ black which complements my kitchen. I have been delighted with this model: the loaves are well-risen and uniformly baked. So far the paddle has not remained in the loaf. I find the medium crust finish to be good for brown loaves, and the darker setting for white bread. The loud clicks when the automatic dispensers were activated were disconcerting when I first heard them ; now that I know what they are that's not a problem. I am not aware of the sounds when it is set overnight, as usual. I have baked several different kinds of loaves, savoury and sweet, and they have all been very good. Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | a28wilson wrote: Mrs Alison Wilson First bread maker I have used and Im very happy with it, The top does tend to go soft, so as advised I tried ann egg and less water and this works a treat, The smell is wonderful and the bread delicious. After not eating any shop bought bread for a long time because of the way it is made and the ingredients, I am glad I bought it and feel good about eating bread now. Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | pc350 wrote: This is the third b... This is the third bread maker we've had, the two others having been worn out after almost daily use. This one bakes really nice bread from white, fluffy bread to dense, tasty rye bread. The only annoying thing is that if the bread comes out a little under-baked you cannot use the 'bake only' function to give it a little extra. The machine will not let you start this program unless it has cooled down - annoying when you are experimenting with different recipes. Once in a while the paddle sticks but this really isn't a problem. Overall great product. Pros: Cons:
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| wrote: | onobluemeanie wrote: lovely bread This our first bread maker and after 6 months of use we are very pleased with the purchase. It only takes a few minutes before bed to ensure a fresh loaf in the morning. Early on there were a couple of disasters, but a process of trial and error (and reading the label on the yeast!) resolved our problems. Despite what was found in the tests, we rarely have problems with the mixer paddle sticking in the bread. The machine looks good which is important because is quite large and it is more realistic to leave it out on the work surface if it is to be used regularly. Overall very, very please. Pros: Cons:
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