HOW DO I THAW BREAD?

• Thaw frozen bread inside the sealed plastic bag at room temperature to minimize moisture loss.
• Thawing takes an hour or two – microwaving is not recommended for thawing bread.
• Bread that has been frozen and thawed should not be re-frozen.

HOW DO I REFRESH OR REHEAT BREAD?

• Sprinkle or mist (using a spray bottle) the bread with a little water.
• Place the bread inside a pre-heated oven at approximately 400° Fahrenheit (204° Celsius).
• Heat the bread for 6 to 8 minutes or until crusty.
• This technique revitalizes the crust. Microwaving is not recommended for refreshing/reheating bread.
• It is generally best not to refrigerate bread. Refrigeration dries out the bread more quickly than storing it at room temperature. It will also soften the crust.
• In very humid weather, high humidity will accelerate mildew growth. In this case, refrigeration can be helpful.

HOW DO I STORE BREAD?

• Store bread at room temperature.
• When slicing bread, keep the loaf on a cutting board or counter with the cut side facing down on the surface.
• Once you have finished using the bread, place it inside a closed/sealed paper bag or a breadbox.
• After a day or two, you may choose to transfer the bread to a sealed plastic bag to maximize freshness.

HOW LONG CAN I STORE BREAD?

• Wheat and spelt bread can generally be stored for two or three days.

HOW DO I FREEZE BREAD?

• Freezing allows you to extend the life of your bread, especially during the humid summer months. You may wish to buy a loaf and freeze half of it right away. This is especially useful if you do not plan to use all of the loaf within two or three days.
• Ensure that the bread is completely cool.
• Place bread inside a well-sealed plastic bag. Heavy freezer bags work best.
• Bread can be frozen in this manner for up to 2 weeks.