The secret to bread is the yeast. You can slow down or speed up recipes by changing the amount of yeast or the temperature where the bread rises.
Tips and tricks for making bread for sandwiches
Loaf pans make it easy to slice bread for sandwiches. You can use a 9 by 5 inch loaf pan, a Pullman pan for square slices, or a covered ceramic pan.
Tips and tricks for making bread for sandwiches
Let your bread cool to let the steam escape and the final texture develop. It's tempting, but please don't slice into bread for an hour after baking!
Tips and tricks for making bread for sandwiches
Bread stays fresh at room temperature for two to three days. If you won't eat it by then, slice it and freeze. In the fridge, bread will go dry and stale.
How long does homemade bread last?
Stale sandwich bread can still be eaten. It's perfect for French toast, breadcrumbs for meatballs or meatloaf, or croutons for a bread salad.