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Should bread be cooled on its side?

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No, you do not have to cool the bread on its side.

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Do I have to cool it on the windowsill? I don't have a screen, and there are pigeons outside.

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You can just cool it on a wire rack on a counter.

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Can I cool gluten-free bread in the fridge?

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Sure, but keep it tightly sealed in a plastic bag so that it doesn't absorb any smells from the fridge.

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Should I cover the bread/rolls with a cloth while they are still warm? (I don't want them to dry out, and I don't want to leave them uncovered, still warm, while taking them to someone's home.)

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Fresh bread will not dry out fast. Fast, however, is a relative term, so let me say that if you plan to consume the bread sometime on the day you baked it, it will not dry out unless it is very, very, very small. An uncut loaf will hold longer than one that is cut, so consider that. If you bake early, an uncut loaf will still be just fine at the end of the day, but if you expect the loaf to linger for 2 to 3 days, store it in an airtight container.

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How do I cool bread without it getting soggy on the bottom?

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Put it on a wire rack as soon as possible after you've taken it out of the oven.

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Should I cool the bread on a rack next to a birdfeeder?

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This sounds like an invitation to the birds to have a go at eating the bread. Also, it is not a good idea to place human food near anywhere that birds feed because of the potential for germs that may be transferred from the birds to the human food. A more hygienic option is to cool it in the kitchen away from your pet or wild bird feeding stations.

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How long do you leave it to cool on the wire rack?

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About 30 to 45 minutes, so it's no longer warm to the touch.

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How many times can I cool bread on a wire rack? I'm not sure how long mine will last.

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Since wire racks are made of metal, cooling bread on them won't damage them. If you clean it properly, the rack should last for a very long time.

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Should I put a towel over bread sitting on a wire rack?

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Yes, if you want to protect the bread. However, it's not necessary since the towel's only purpose would be protection.

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How can I prevent my banana bread loaves from sweating?

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Place a paper towel in the bottom of an airtight container, put the loaf on top, add another paper towel, and seal the container. You can also use an airtight storage bag with this method.

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How can I prevent bread from wrinkling as it cools?

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When the bread comes out of the oven, try spraying it lightly with milk.

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Should I cover bread while it cools?

Colette

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No, you don't need to cover bread while it cools. If you want to protect it, use a clean towel, but avoid plastic wrap as it can trap moisture.

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What is the best way to cool loaves from the oven in a semi-automatic industrial setup?

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When the bread comes out of the oven, spray it with milk and let it cool on the side. Avoid cutting the bread while it's still warm.

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