Making Bread

by Melissa Lauer, eHow Editor

Freshly baked bread

The best thing since sliced bread might actually be bread. If you find yourself overlooking this tasty treat, be sure to check out our bread guide for the sweet, savory, and just plain yummy.

Breaking Bread

Savory Breads

  • How to Make Garlic Bread

    Garlic bread goes well with many pasta dishes, as well as poultry, beef and fish. It is a dinner staple that is guaranteed to please. Makes two loaves. Read More

  • How to Make Irish Soda Bread

    Guinness and brown bread are two things the Irish have refined to an art. Here's a version sure to please. Makes two loaves. Read More

  • How to Bake Beer, Sun-Dried Tomato and Olive Bread

    Try this intriguing combination of tastes spread with cream cheese as an appetizer. Makes one loaf. Read More

  • How to Bake Focaccia Bread Wedges

    Store-bought focaccia serves as a handy base for a variety of savory toppings. When cut into neat, single-serving wedges, focaccia bread can be used as a quick meal on it's Read More

  • How to Bake Pizza Bread

    Pizza bread is a tasty alternative to traditional pizza. There are three ways to bake pizza bread when using a conventional oven or a bread machine. Use a loaf of French or Read More

  • How to Make Rye Bread

    Rye bread is an interesting blend of spices and ingredients which most people feel must be complicated, but it's not as tough as it seems. The biggest ingredient you need Read More

  • How to Make Whole Wheat Bread

    Nothing is quite as nice as the smell and taste of freshly baked whole wheat bread. This recipe makes two loaves of great tasting bread. Try the option of refrigerating Read More

  • How to Make Whole-Grain Bread

    If you've mastered the art of making regular white bread, you have the skills to make whole-wheat bread. The bread, more nutritious and packed with flavor, will be slightly Read More

  • How to Make Sourdough Bread

    Making sourdough bread is easy though it requires some patience. Give yourself a little time to make the recipe and the results will be well worth the effort! Read More

  • How to Make French Bread

    French bread is a delicious addition to any meal. Some people enjoy eating their favorite sandwich fixings on French bread. Now there is a way to make this bread in your Read More

Sweet Breads

  • How to Bake Challah Bread

    Challah bread is a Jewish bread made from egg yeast dough. It's somewhat sweet when baked and is usually served for the Sabbath and other holidays. You braid it before it Read More

  • How to Bake Egg Free Pumpkin Bread

    Here's to your health - pumpkin bread. Full of Vitamin A, packed with nutrition, not to mention fiber. There are no eggs found in this recipe; but you'd never know it Read More

  • How to Make Zucchini Bread

    Everyone loves a hot, steaming loaf of sweet zucchini bread. This universal favorite is made by people all over the world and in every season. Delicious and nutritious, Read More

  • How to Make Cinnamon Bread

    This delicious and attractive pull-apart bread is a tasty, sweet treat for brunches, as a dessert or to serve to the family for special breakfast morning. The fun of Read More

  • How to Make Peach Bread

    Peach bread is a light and tasty bread. Great for summer get-togethers, this bread will be a hit at your next cookout. Read More

  • How to Make Bread Balls

    Make bread balls to serve as either a sweet dessert or snack. Serve them as side dishes or appetizers by varying the fillings with savory seasonings and bits of vegetables Read More

  • How to Make Incredible Banana Bread

    This is my grandmother's recipe for banana bread, and it's the best I've ever had. You'll think so too once you try it. Read More

  • How to Make Banana Nut Bread

    Banana nut bread is a moist and delicious quick bread, ideal for a lunch time snack, and very easy to make. This recipe makes one 9-inch loaf. Follow these few steps to Read More

  • How to Make Pumpkin Bread

    When the weather becomes cooler many of us turn our thoughts to home and hearth. The smell of baking pumpkin bread wafting through the house brings back fond memories. Add Read More

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