Bread

• For making delicious sandwiches: Bread slices are the perfect foundation for building sandwiches, filled with meats, cheeses, vegetables, and spreads.- As a side to soups and stews: Crusty bread is often served alongside soups, stews, and chilis for dipping and soaking up flavorful broths.- To create crispy croutons: Stale bread can be transformed into crunchy croutons by cubing, seasoning, and baking until golden brown; a perfect addition to salads and soups.- As an ingredient in bread puddings and stratas: Bread is a key component in bread puddings and stratas, where it soaks up a custard mixture and bakes into a comforting dessert or savory breakfast dish. - To make toast: Bread is toasted until golden brown and crispy, enjoyed as a breakfast staple with butter, jam, or avocado.- As a binder in meatloaf and meatballs: Breadcrumbs, made from dried bread, act as a binder in meatloaf and meatballs, helping to hold the ingredients together and create a tender texture.

• Provides carbohydrates for energy to fuel daily activities.
• Source of dietary fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting gut health.
• Can contribute to feelings of fullness, potentially assisting in weight management.
• Enriched varieties offer essential vitamins and minerals like iron and folate.
• Whole grain options support heart health by helping to lower cholesterol levels.
• May contain prebiotics, which nourish beneficial gut bacteria.

Store bread at room temperature in a bread box or tightly sealed plastic bag to maintain its freshness. Avoid storing bread in the refrigerator, as this can cause it to dry out more quickly. For longer-term storage, freeze the bread. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then place it in a freezer bag. Frozen bread can last for several months. Thaw at room temperature or in the microwave before serving.