This article is from the How to Make Basic Bread FAQ, by Darrell Greenwood darrell.faq@telus.invalid with numerous contributions by others.
Do yourself a favor now, and find some sturdy wooden spoons. If you skimp
and buy cheap and flimsy ones, they'll break when you apply a modest bit of
torque while mixing dough. You'll use them to begin the mixing process, and
then your hands to finish. Do remember to take your rings off before making
bread - you can't believe the mess you'll make of them otherwise!
 
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