Bread will ‘taste as fresh as the day you bought it’

Bread will ‘taste as fresh as the day you bought it’

The first indication that bread has passed its best is by assessing its texture. As it stales, bread will harden and dry out. As long as there’s no mould, this bread is safe to eat, though it may not be entirely enjoyable. To prevent this, Sophie Carey, bakery development manager at Matthews Cotswold Flour, has … Read more

‘Simple’ and ‘cost-effective’ way to keep any bread fresh for ‘six months’

‘Simple’ and ‘cost-effective’ way to keep any bread fresh for ‘six months’

Fresh bread can go stale within two to three days, while store-bought bread lasts a maximum of one week. This can make it difficult to use it up in time, but Tesco has recommended freezing bread. According to the experts, freezing bread is “cost-effective” and “simple”. As well as helping to save money, storing bread … Read more

Expert warns bread goes mouldy faster if placed next to one ingredient

Expert warns bread goes mouldy faster if placed next to one ingredient

Mould can silently appear on bread and spread at breakneck speed, so it’s not always possible to prevent it. However, there are some key mistakes that can be avoided. Freshness is key, and factors like packaging and moisture can significantly impact the longevity of your loaf. If you often buy bread but find it going … Read more

Where to store bread: Keep it fresh for longer without the need to freeze it

Where to store bread: Keep it fresh for longer without the need to freeze it

Bread is an essential item in most households, with 99.8 percent of consumers including it in their shopping, leading to nearly 11 million loaves being sold daily in the UK. Nonetheless, the fluctuating summer temperatures make it difficult to decide the optimal storage location for a loaf of bread. Express.co.uk had a conversation with Sarah … Read more