[header] How to make indian bread [title] Dissolve the yeast in warm water. [step] Place the warm water in a large bowl and sprinkle the yeast on top of it. Allow it to stand for 10 minutes, or until the mixture becomes somewhat foamy. 
[substeps] If the mixture does not become foamy, it could mean that the yeast has died. Dead yeast will not be able to provide any lift for the dough, so you should discard it and start over with a new packet.