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    7 Sensational Sandwich Breads

    Tired of the same old slices? Upgrade your sandwiches with these seven bread recipes that will transform your next meal from ordinary to extraordinary. From soft-textured sourdough to soft slider buns, we have the perfect canvas for your dream sandwich.

    The large, open crumb that’s characteristic of ciabatta bread comes from a high hydration level in the dough as well as a poolish, which is a type of preferment (a fermentation starter or, sometimes, a “mother dough”) that gives bread a slightly nutty flavor and thin crust. Pile these rolls high with salami, provolone, and other Italian ingredients for perfect panini! 

    Both Tampa and Miami have long fought to be named the birthplace of pan Cubano, or Cuban bread, and there’s no denying the appeal of this delectable bread. With a crisp outer crust and incredibly soft crumb inside, a warm, fresh-baked loaf of Cuban bread is an experience in and of itself. However, when filed with your favorite sandwich toppings and pressed, this bread reigns supreme.

    Using mashed potato in the dough creates a tighter crumb structure while also giving the rolls extra moisture and a soft texture. These pillowy rolls absorb all the flavors of your patties and toppings for your ultimate burger.

    You probably envision sourdough bread as a crusty, chewy boule, but this version is a richly flavored, soft-textured loaf. It’s the perfect bread for your ultimate grilled cheese. Another option is to rub fresh garlic on a slice of toasted sourdough and top it with perfectly ripe tomatoes drizzled with olive oil and fresh basil. Or enjoy the most wonderful slice of toast simply slathered with butter and sprinkled with flaked salt.

    Sliders get their name from United States Navy sailors who would say that their small size lets them “slide down” easily. Sour cream adds fat and moisture to the dough and helps create short gluten strands, which means a tender, rich bread. Try them topped with pulled pork.

    We love this Rye Sandwich Bread loaf because of its unbeatable texture, deep rye flavor, and versatility. It can be baked in a standard loaf pan, a Pullman pan, or hand-shaped into a rustic batard or boule. This kind of versatility makes a perfect starter loaf for the timid baker!  LEGGI TUTTO

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    Deep-Dish Pizza Bread

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)Using a paring knife, cut ¼ inch off top end of garlic, keeping cloves intact. Place garlic, cut side up, on foil. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon (5 grams) oil, and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt. Wrap in foil.Bake until deep golden brown, about 40 minutes. Unwrap garlic, and let cool completely. Squeeze pulp into a small bowl, and mash with a fork. (You should have about 2½ teaspoons or 25 grams roasted garlic paste.)In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, place ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon (195 grams) room temperature water and 3 teaspoons (15 grams) oil. Add roasted garlic paste, flour, parsley, 1½ teaspoons (4.5 grams) salt, rosemary, and yeast. Beat at low speed for 4 minutes; scrape paddle and bottom and sides of bowl. Beat at medium speed until dough pulls away from sides of bowl and forms a smooth, slightly sticky ball around paddle, 3 to 4 minutes, stopping to scrape sides of bowl and paddle. (Dough should be elastic enough to not tear when gently pulled.)Oil a medium bowl. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) for 1½ hours, folding dough in bowl every 30 minutes. (To fold, use wet or oiled hands to reach under one side of dough; gently stretch up, and fold over center. Repeat 3 more times around bowl.) (Dough will double in size.)Brush a 6-cup charlotte cake pan with remaining 2 teaspoons (10 grams) oil. Turn out dough into prepared pan, and using greased fingertips, gently stretch dough to completely fill pan. (If dough is tight and will not stretch completely, let stand for 5 to 10 minutes and then try again.) Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) until dough fills pan about halfway, 30 to 45 minutes.Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).Bake until top of dough starts to brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted in center registers 205°F (96°C), 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from oven, and let cool in pan for 10 minutes. Leave oven on. Invert bread onto a baking sheet. Top with Pizza Sauce and cheese.Bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Top with basil leaves. Let cool on pan for 5 to 10 minutes.For topping: In a small bowl, stir together tomatoes, basil, and oil; spoon onto cheese. Serve immediately. LEGGI TUTTO

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    World Baking Day: Editor’s Picks & Reader Favorites!

    Today is a day to celebrate all things baking—it’s World Baking Day! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a curious beginner, there’s no better excuse to get your hands covered in flour and create some delicious magic.
    To inspire your baking adventures, we’re pulling out all the stops! Some of our editorial team members are sharing their all-time favorite recipes from the pages of Bake from Scratch. Plus, we’re revisiting some of our most popular creations from the past few years, as determined by you, our amazing readers!
    Get ready to roll up your sleeves, preheat your ovens, and celebrate World Baking Day in the sweetest way possible!
    Editorial Favorites

    Nancy Meeks, Editorial DirectorMimicking the crisp, flaky texture of croissants, these Croissant French Bread loaves are everything you love about puff pastry without the intensive time and labor. The layers of buttery goodness rise throughout the length of the baguettes, creating a golden-brown crust meant for tearing and sharing.

    Kile Pointer, Graphic Designer Made up of a layer of chewy, lightly crisp dough, a melty blend of cheeses, sautéed vegetables, sausage, pepperoni, and homemade Pizza Sauce, this is a pizza that eats like a multicourse dinner. Although locals of the Windy City may argue whether this pizza is a knife-and-fork ordeal or a handheld meal, we say that as long as you enjoy every bite, you’re doing it right.

    Meg Lundberg, Senior Copy Editor, FoodWe’re big fans of an ambitious holiday crossover, and these Gingerbread Cookie Cheesecake Bars are just that. An indulgent layer of cheesecake filling is sandwiched between chewy, delicately spiced gingerbread dough. It’s a simple formula, but when that molasses-rich gingerbread meets that vanilla-scented cheesecake, you’ll get flavor fireworks. It packs all of the richness you could want—but in a neat gluten-free package. Our Most Popular Recipes per Year

    Much like pound cake, the 1-2-3-4 cake gets its name from the proportions of its base ingredients: one cup of butter, two cups of sugar, three cups of flour, four eggs. It’s so straightforward, you may not even have to write it down—making it easy to impress friends and family with, oh, just a little something you whipped up.

    Almond-scented cake batter is swirled with traditional frangipane, which adds nutty flavor and tenderness to the crumb of this cake. Studded with berries and gently dusted with confectioners’ sugar, this Berry Frangipane Cake is simple but gorgeous. As a bonus, this recipe calls for frozen berries, meaning this recipe is always in season for baking.

    A staple in most Mediterranean kitchens, this light, and barely sweet Classic Olive Oil Cake is perfect for an afternoon snack or late-morning tea. A final brush of olive oil just before serving brings the fruity flavor to the front of your palate as soon as you take a bite.

    We took the classic French one-layer cake (our editor-in-chief’s favorite!) from round to rectangle in this Gâteau Basque Loaf. A tender, golden crust encases a surprise center of thick, velvety Custard Filling, a defining factor of the original gâteau Basque, with a thin layer of fresh blueberries to bring brightness to every slice.

    These cakes bring the ever-popular combination of strawberries and cream to each decadent slice. With homemade strawberry sauce swirled into each loaf, they’re just as beautiful as they are delicious.  LEGGI TUTTO

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    Honey-Wheat Bread

    Using a combination of all-purpose and whole wheat flours gives the bread a tender crumb and a subtle toasty, nutty flavor. With a sweetness that doesn’t overwhelm, this versatile bread is a great base for all kinds of sandwiches, whether a grilled cheese, turkey and Swiss, or classic peanut butter and jelly. LEGGI TUTTO

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    Soft Slider Buns

    Sliders get their name from United States Navy sailors who would say that their small size lets them “slide down” easily. Sour cream adds fat and moisture to the dough and helps create short gluten strands, which means a tender, rich bread. Try them topped with pulled pork. LEGGI TUTTO

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    Roasted Garlic-and-Caramelized Onion Focaccia Rolls

    For garlic: In a small saucepan, place garlic. Add enough olive oil to submerge garlic. Bring to a boil over medium heat; reduce heat, and simmer, stirring frequently, until garlic is very soft, about 30 minutes. Let cool completely.Crush roasted garlic in oil; transfer mixture to a resealable jar, and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.For onions: In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, sugar, and kosher salt; cook, stirring frequently, until onion is soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown, 25 to 35 minutes. Let cool completely. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.For dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons (270 grams) room temperature water and 1½ tablespoons (21 grams) extra-virgin olive oil. Add flour, kosher salt, and yeast. Using the paddle attachment, beat at low speed until combined, about 1 minute; scrape sides of bowl and paddle. Beat at medium-low speed until dough pulls away from sides of bowl and forms a smooth ball on paddle, 3 to 4 minutes, stopping to scrape sides of bowl.Oil a large bowl. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) for 1½ hours, folding dough in bowl every 30 minutes. (To fold, use wet or oiled hands to reach under one side of dough; gently stretch up, and fold over center. Repeat 3 more times around bowl.)Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray.Turn out dough onto a lightly floured surface, and divide into 12 portions (about 58 grams each). Place each portion into a prepared muffin cup. Cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (75°F/24°C) until puffed and dough just reaches top of muffin cups, about 20 minutes.Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).Drizzle remaining 1½ tablespoons (21 grams) extra-virgin olive oil onto rolls. Using your fingers, dimple dough, touching pan through dough without tearing dough.Dot or spread about 1 crushed roasted garlic clove on each roll. Season with sea salt (if using).Bake until tops are lightly browned and almost set, about 5 minutes. Top rolls with caramelized onion as desired. Bake until rolls are golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted in center registers 190°F (88°C), 6 to 7 minutes more. Let cool in pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Brush warm rolls with oil from roasted garlic. Garnish with rosemary, if desired. Serve warm. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. LEGGI TUTTO

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    Peach-Pecan Quick Bread

    A generous dose of sweet peaches and buttery Schermer Pecans both in the batter and on top keeps the bread moist and crunchy for days after baking. This recipe makes two loaves, so you can enjoy one now and save the other for later or share with a friend! What better way to celebrate National Pecan Month than by baking this stunning bread?
    Founded in 1946, Schermer Pecans takes pride in its pecans, from its trees to your table. When you buy from Schermer Pecans—one of the few family-run companies to grow, shell, and distribute its own pecans—you can be sure you’re getting consistently fresh, quality pecans.
    This spring, Schermer Pecans is giving away one large baker’s box to one lucky winner! When you enter your email, you will receive a free download of one of Schermer’s cookbooks and be automatically entered to win a large baker’s box, filled with three bags of Fancy Pecan Halves and three bags of Medium Pecan Pieces. This baker’s box makes a perfect gift for the baker in your life! Enter the giveaway here!
     Schermer Pecans is also giving Bake from Scratch readers 10% off their first purchase with code FIRST10, so grab a bag or a case of pecans here today!

    Peach-Pecan Quick Bread

    Makes 2 (9×5-inch) loaves

    3 cups (375 grams) all-purpose flour2½ cups (500 grams) granulated sugar2 teaspoons (10 grams) baking powder1½ teaspoons (4.5 grams) kosher salt½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) baking soda1½ cups (360 grams) whole buttermilk, room temperature1 cup (224 grams) vegetable oil3 large eggs (150 grams), room temperature1 teaspoon (4 grams) vanilla extract1½ cups (336 grams) puréed peeled fresh peaches (1 to 2 large peaches)1 cup (113 grams) plus 2 tablespoons (14 grams) toasted chopped Schermer Pecans, divided1 large fresh peach (225 grams), halved, pitted, and sliced ¼ inch thick (peeled if desired)

    Preheat oven to 350° (170°C). Spray 2 (9×5-inch) loaf pans with cooking spray. Line pans with parchment paper, letting excess extend over all sides of pan.In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Fold buttermilk mixture into flour mixture just until dry ingredients are moistened. Fold in puréed peaches and 1 cup (113 grams) pecans. Divide batter between prepared pans (about 3¾ cups or 1,006 grams each), spreading smooth.Bake for 30 minutes. Place peach slices on top of batter, and sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons (14 grams) pecans. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs, 45 minutes to 1 hour more, loosely covering with foil to prevent excess browning, if necessary. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes. Remove from pans, and let cool completely on wire racks. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or tightly wrap in plastic wrap, and freeze for up to 1 month. LEGGI TUTTO

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    Lemon-Poppy Seed Streusel Bread

    The delicate crunch of the streusel topping gives way to an aromatic, soft crumb. With added texture from the poppy seeds, you won’t be able to get enough of this Lemon-Poppy Seed Streusel Bread loaf. It’s great for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or an anytime treat.

    Lemon-Poppy Seed Streusel Bread

    Makes 1 (8½x4½-inch) loaf

    Streusel:¼ cup (31 grams) all-purpose flour2 teaspoons (8 grams) granulated sugar1 teaspoon (3 grams) poppy seeds1½ tablespoons (21 grams) cold unsalted butterBatter:1¼ cups (250 grams) granulated sugar3 tablespoons (9 grams) lemon zest½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened3 large eggs (150 grams), room temperature½ teaspoon (2 grams) vanilla extract2¼ cups (281 grams) all-purpose flour1½ tablespoons (13.5 grams) poppy seeds2 teaspoons (10 grams) baking powder½ teaspoon (1.5 grams) kosher salt½ cup (120 grams) whole buttermilk, room temperature2 tablespoons (30 grams) fresh lemon juice

    For streusel: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and poppy seeds. Using a pastry cutter or 2 forks, cut in cold butter until incorporated and mixture is crumbly. Refrigerate until ready to use, at least 30 minutes.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray an 8½x4½- inch loaf pan with baking spray with flour. Line pan with parchment paper, letting excess extend over all sides of pan.For batter: In the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together sugar and lemon zest by hand until sugar is fragrant. Add butter; using the paddle attachment, beat at medium speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes, stopping to scrape bottom and sides of bowl. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition and stopping to scrape sides of bowl. Beat in vanilla.In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt. In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk and lemon juice. With mixer on low speed, gradually add flour mixture to sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture, beating just until combined after each addition. Spread batter into prepared pan. Firmly tap pan on a kitchen towel-lined counter to settle batter. Top batter with streusel.Bake for 20 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (180°C), and bake until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs and an instant-read thermometer inserted in center registers at least 205°F (96°C), 50 to 55 minutes more. Let cool in pan for 15 minutes. Remove from pan, and let cool completely on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. LEGGI TUTTO