Crusty bread, whether it’s bought or homemade has a tendency to stale faster than regular loaves. To refresh the bread if it’s a day or two old, simply place it in a 300 degree oven with a shallow pan or oven-safe pot of water (a brownie pan works well) of hot water for 5-10 minutes until the bread is soft and too hot to touch. If you get warm bread at a restaurant, chances are this is how it was done.
Jul 062009
