If you've bought a special, artisanal loaf of bread and are wondering how to reheat it to best enjoy its flavor and texture, know that the best thing to do is place it in the oven for 15 minutes. You can also use the stove, but some breads become a little chewy with this method (don't even think for a second about using the microwave). If you are looking for a quick and classic method, nothing better than toasting bread.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Baked
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 180 ° C
This is the best temperature for reheating bread. If it is higher, the bread will burn quickly while a lower temperature takes too long to be effective and the bread will be dry. If you want a crispy crust but a soft inside, set the oven to 180 ° C.
- It is best to slice the loaf after reheating it, not before. Thin slices heat up quickly and get tough if you're not careful.
- However, if you want to make croutons or bruschetta, slice the bread first. Add olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper and garlic powder. You will have excellent croutons to add to the salad.
Step 2. Wrap the loaf in aluminum foil
This protects the crust and prevents it from burning as the heart of the bread warms up. If you try to heat the "naked" bread, the crust will still cook and become very hard.
Step 3. Cook for 10-15 minutes
If the loaf is small or it's a baguette, limit yourself to 10 minutes. If the bread is large and heavy, then wait 15 minutes.
Step 4. Remove the bread from the oven and bring it to the table
Serve it immediately so it won't cool down again. Reheating bread a third time is not a good idea as it will lose a lot of its flavor and texture.
Method 2 of 3: On the stove
Step 1. Wrap the bread in aluminum foil
This way the heat spreads evenly and at the same time protects the outside.
Step 2. Place it in a pan with a lid
Use the smallest pan you have but one that is able to accommodate the loaf.
Step 3. Place the pan on the stove over low heat
The heat will gently heat the bread. Wait about 5 minutes and then check if it has warmed up completely. If not, leave it in the pan for a few more minutes.
Alternatively, after wrapping the loaf, heat it in steam using the special basket over a pot of boiling water. Wrap it tightly because the steam doesn't have to touch it. This method does not make the crust crisp but is good for hard, dry and old breads
Method 3 of 3: Make a Toast
Step 1. Slice the bread
Use a serrated knife to cut slices thin enough that you can stick them into the toaster without breaking them when you try to spread them with butter or make a sandwich.
- Remember that the thinner the slices, the faster the bread cooks and becomes very crunchy.
- You can also toast thick, hard slices in the oven if they don't fit in the toaster.
Step 2. Bake the bread
If you are looking for a quick and easy way then this is for you. Put the bread in the special compartment, set the temperature according to your preferences and turn on the toaster switch. When the slices of bread jump upwards, the toast will be ready.
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Be careful to remove the bread from the appliance. Wait for it to cool down a bit before touching it.
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Never put a fork or knife in the toaster to remove the bread. Remove the plug from the socket first.
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Step 3. Try toasting the bread in the oven
This gives your sandwich a special touch because there is nothing better than bread heated in the oven. Turn on the grill and wait for it to heat up. Place the slices of bread on the pan and place the latter on the highest shelf, just below the grill. Wait 5 minutes or until the bread has reached your preferred doneness.
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If you want a particularly delicious toast, butter the bread before grilling it.
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You can also melt some cheese on bread for a mid-afternoon snack.
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