With my bread machine always put the wet ingredients in first. Water, grease,salt, sugar, flour, then yeast. Make sure that your water is at least room temp and your yeast as well. I put my water in the microwave for 10 seconds and my yeast as well because after you open the jar of yeast it has to be kept in the fridge. If you want some recipes email me at bntdobes@yahoo.com and I will gladly share some with you, I have almost all of my recipes on my computer including one that makes the best bread with no hassle. Kay