Yeast unlocks a whole world of bread-making possibilities, with our easy-to-follow recipes ranging from classic white loaves ...

I didn’t want to get my heart broken again. I’ve been hurt too many times by bread. I’ve been hurt by starters that would never become sufficiently foamy, by doughs that sullenly refused to rise, by ...

Freshly baked bread has a way of making any meal feel more complete. Whether it’s soft rolls on the side of a hearty stew or a crusty loaf for your favorite sandwich, bread brings comfort and flavor ...

I began my bread-making journey more than 15 years ago with legendary baker Jim Lahey’s classic recipe for no-knead bread. I got hooked on making simple, crusty loaves that didn’t require any fancy ...

A loaf of the staff of life might cost you an arm and a leg at Whole Foods. We assembled a wide cross section to determine ...

Sourdough bread making has become a popular trend with an almost cult-like following of fans. However, the process to deliver a beautiful loaf of tangy, crusty bread can take up to three days to ...

Explore Chicago’s best bakeries for fresh sourdough, artisan loaves, and irresistible pastries you’ll want to enjoy before ...