Growing up, I didn't particularly enjoy sandwiches; however, I eventually realized that was simply because I didn't like the bread my parents used to buy. Now that I've tried a fair share of bread, I'd have to say my favorite bread is sourdough, but I also do love a simple white bread. The other day my daughter and I were talking about how if we can get a loaf of sourdough at the grocery store for only a few dollars, then the cost to produce one must be relatively cheap as well. That led us to wonder if we could make our own bread. I am no professional baker, so I'm not sure if I was ready to commit to making bread at home, but we learned about the wonderful invention of a bread machine, and decided to test one out ourselves (and we weren't disappointed)! KITCHENARM 29-in-1 SMART Bread Machine
You can even check out some of their recipes online here. Most of the recipes require the same base ingredients such as water, olive oil, sugar, salt, flour, and yeast. Although the recipe book notes that you can use either all purpose flour or bread flour, I chose to purchase bread flour since I've read online that it makes your bread fluffier. I ended up just buying a 25 pound bag from Sam's Club for about $13 as well as a 2-pack of instant dry yeast for about $5, so for less than $20 I will be set for the next few months at least.
My family and I like to eat the bread right after it's done cooking because who doesn't enjoy soft, warm, crispy bread. Even though we do love it fresh out of the machine, that doesn't mean it doesn't taste good the next day. Sometimes we pop a slice into the microwave or toaster and eat it with some jam for breakfast and it is delicious! Whenever I eat the bread I am just in disbelief that I made it myself without truly having to do much work. What's even crazier is that you can make more than bread with this machine! You can make different doughs (pizza, pasta, etc.), yogurt, and even jam. Although I have not yet tried recipes other than bread, I will definitely keep you updated since this machine is quite literally my new favorite kitchen appliance. I tell everyone about it, and if you don't have one, what are you waiting for? Where to purchasePurchase your own KITCHENARM 29-IN-1 Bread Machine on their website or on Amazon. (As of March 18, 2023 the machine is on sale for $97.34 on Amazon.) Thanks for reading! XOXO, I received one or more products mentioned above for free or at a discounted price for evaluation purposes. Regardless, all opinions are 100% my own.
4 Comments
Ashley
3/19/2023 12:52:52 am
This is awesome! such a gorgeous loaf of bread haha
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Cait
3/19/2023 02:08:58 am
You've convinced me. I've been eyeing a bread maker for so long
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Sarah
3/19/2023 01:41:55 pm
Looks delicious! you did a great job!
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Haylie
3/20/2023 01:59:09 pm
Ah okay you convinced me! I've always wanted to make my own bread at home.
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