{"id":53444,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/french-loaves\/"},"modified":"2023-12-08T16:41:51","modified_gmt":"2023-12-08T22:41:51","slug":"french-loaves","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/french-loaves\/","title":{"rendered":"French Bread"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There&#8217;s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked bread, and with this French bread recipe, your home will smell just like a <em>boulangerie<\/em> (aka French bakery) in no time. Whether you&#8217;re pairing this bread with a delicious <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/classic-homemade-soup-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/classic-homemade-soup-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade soup<\/a> or one of these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/healthy-salad-suppers\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/healthy-salad-suppers\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">salad suppers<\/a>, French bread is the perfect way make a meal hearty and special. Top it with olive oil and herbs or creamy butter.<\/p>\n<p>While there are many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-french-bread\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-french-bread\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">types of French bread<\/a>, this recipe makes a classic French loaf, which is wider and longer than a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/french-baguette-unesco\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/french-baguette-unesco\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">French baguette<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>French Bread Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Active dry yeast<\/li>\n<li>Warm water<\/li>\n<li>Salt<\/li>\n<li>Sugar<\/li>\n<li>Bread flour<\/li>\n<li>Cornmeal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Make the dough<\/h3>\n<p>In a large bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Add salt, sugar and 2 cups of flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Knead the dough<\/h3>\n<p>Turn the dough onto a floured surface. Knead it for six to eight minutes until it&#8217;s smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about an hour.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Form the loaves<\/h3>\n<p>Uncover the dough and punch it down. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and divide it in half. Shape the dough into two 12-inch long loaves.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Let it rise<\/h3>\n<p>Place the dough seam side down on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let it rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Prep the loaves<\/h3>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 450\u00b0F. Sprinkle the loaves with cornmeal. With a sharp knife or baker&#8217;s lame, make four shallow slashes across the top of each loaf.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 6: Bake the bread<\/h3>\n<p>Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Brush the loaves with melted butter if you&#8217;d like.<\/p>\n<h2>How do you store French bread?<\/h2>\n<p>To store the baked bread, wrap loosely and keep at room temperature for two to three days. If the crust is getting tough, warm it up in the oven for a few minutes to freshen it.<\/p>\n<h2>French Bread Tips<\/h2>\n<h3>How do you get a crispy crust on French bread?<\/h3>\n<p>One of the best parts of French bread is the crispy crust on the outside and the soft, fluffy insides. A trick to help you achieve this bakery-style loaf happens to be right in your freezer. When you put the bread into the oven, toss three or four ice cubes in the bottom of the oven and close the door quickly. The resulting steam ensures the crust is nice and crispy.<\/p>\n<h3>What&#8217;s the best way to make the cuts on French bread?<\/h3>\n<p>An iconic part of a French loaf is the scores on the top, which you make right before you bake. Not only do the cuts look nice, but they also help control how the bread expands. The best tool for the job is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B079G7WC79\/?tag=tohmke-20\" data-name=\"www.amazon.com\/dp\/B079G7WC79\/?tag=tohmke-20\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" data-product-name=\"Baker of Seville Bread Lame \u2013 Change from Straight or Curved Blade Lame in seconds with the Patented Design. Built for professional and serious bakers. The perfect gift !\" data-product-price=\"13.92\" data-product-category=\"Kitchen\" data-product-retailer=\"Baker of Seville\" data-content-rating=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">baker&#8217;s lame<\/a>, which will help you make artisan cuts.<\/p>\n<p>If you don&#8217;t have a lame, you could fashion one out of a stirring stick and double edge razor blade, or use a sharp, thin knife. Be sure the knife is very thin, otherwise it could deflate the bread.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Once you make this easy French bread recipe, you&#8217;ll never go back to store-bought loaves. 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"},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.4827585,"reviewCount":29,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"recipeCuisine":"Europe, Italian","review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Henrietta"},"reviewBody":"Tried this and had the same issue with the bread being too flat.  Bought some French bread pans from Amazon and issue resolved.  Spray the bread a couple of times while baking with plain water for a spectacular crust.  Fun to make!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-10-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"IslandWife"},"reviewBody":"<p>I have made this bread many times.  It is so easy and tasty!  I love eating the first loaf fresh out of the oven with dinner.  I usually freeze the second one and use it for cheesy garlic bread at a later time.  My daughter also makes this recipe frequently.  It is definitely a keeper!  <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-03-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Chasexjackorg999"},"reviewBody":"<p>Recipe is wrong. Should roll out dough a bit after first rise and roll up and pinch seam together and THEN let second rise<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-02-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedMagnet"},"reviewBody":"i made these into long grinder rolls .they were so good i baked them on parchment paper and didnt  add the corn meal very easy to make i will be making them often","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCarrot"},"reviewBody":"I let the yeast rise for too long but it came out wonderfully. Thank you Denise! I've never tasted a French loaf, so this  was  great.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPopsicle"},"reviewBody":"My first try at making bread.  This recipe is easy, tasty with great texture. Glad it only Yields two loaves which is great for my husband and me.  But after baking, loaves spread out and became kinda flat.  Can anyone tell  me what I might of done wrong since so many had good results.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-05-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBowtie"},"reviewBody":"My husband loves bread with most of his dinners so I decided to try my hand at making it myself.  This recipe is easy and delicious.  I, too, ended up with very wide loaves the first time.  Now I actually cut the dough into 1\/4s and make 4 smaller loaves.  They freeze really well.  Have also tried to add various herbs and turns out yummy too!  A real keeper for sure!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-05-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCocktail"},"reviewBody":"This bread is so easy to make and very delicious!  It has a great texture and is very light and soft.  I did brush the loaves with a little egg white before baking.  Thanks for sharing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBottleOpener"},"reviewBody":"Very nice flavor but didn't rise as I would like, and yeast was proofed.. may try again..","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-01-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Purple8Ball"},"reviewBody":"super easy! I am not sure why anyone would buy bread after making this recipe. It is too easy. Good flavor and slightly sweet.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldBlowdryer"},"reviewBody":"My first time making bread loaf from scratch and it came out Perfect!..Great tasting bread which we used to make delicious garlic bread this past weekend. Easy and Fool proof enough for a first timer...I would recommend this to anyone!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-09-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"baskets92"},"reviewBody":"I have made these french loaves a half a dozen times and they are WONDERFUL!  Very easy and quick for homemade bread!  Made it tonight ~ we had friends over for dinner and they all raved over it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"It was so easy and quick to make. The texture was perfect!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBullhorn"},"reviewBody":"I made this tonight and it turned out great.  It tasted good and was super easy. I did use all purpose flour instead of bread flour and it still turned out great.  I will make this again and look forward to trying different varieties like adding garlic or italian seasonings.  Good recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBlowdryer"},"reviewBody":"Love this bread! Easy, and freezes wonderfully.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleCherries"},"reviewBody":"This was the very first time that I ever tried to make bread. It was very good. I'm getting ready to make more tomorrow for company. I learned a lot from my first batch...like don't try to use a whisk while mixing in the flour. :-)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-01-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBike"},"reviewBody":"I make one like this have for years but i use little less flour.  About 3 1\/2 to 4 and kneading is the key to this bread or it will be very dense. I suggest the first knead should be 10- 15 min and on the second knead #3 direction kneaded for 10-15 min and see if that makes a difference otherwise a great bread.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCone"},"reviewBody":"made w\/o bread flour, still good.  will try bread flour next time,","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-11-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveGoggles"},"reviewBody":"This bread is delicious.  It is so easy. It is my new favorite!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueTurtle"},"reviewBody":"Nice taste but a little dense, even for French bread.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBottleOpener"},"reviewBody":"Have made this recipe several times!! I love how easy it is...homemade bread that taste great!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveRaindrop"},"reviewBody":"Perfect every time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-09-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"baskets92"},"reviewBody":"Forget to rate it with stars!!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBullhorn"},"reviewBody":"simple, easy and good.  Tasted very good toasted in the next days","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-03-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBike"},"reviewBody":"This bread was super easy and the results were amazing. So many possibilities for the bread. I sliced it, drizzled on some olive oil, rubbed garlic on it, and toasted it...ahhhh perfection. I am making french toast bake for dinner tomorrow night with the leftovers. Thank you for such a wonderful recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"47135","romance_copy_dek":"Once you make this easy French bread recipe, you'll never go back to store-bought loaves. 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My bread was a little flat with the second rise, but l took a scraper once it was on the greased baking sheet and reformed the bread. I live in Minnesota with below zero temps, so I followed the tip of  boiling water underneath the bowl in my oven and it worked great to allow the bread to rise properly! Bread came out picture perfect and delicious!","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"02\/08\/2021 18:42","GUID":"b50b5be1940f47619b1f1a4496f890ec","MemberId":6955698,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"susan","SubmittedDate":"02\/08\/2021 18:42"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"01\/27\/2021 07:02","GUID":"5de31503c9f147869305fa6c911ffb2d","MemberId":9910420,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Paul","SubmittedDate":"01\/27\/2021 07:02"},{"Comment":"My first try at making bread.  This recipe is easy, tasty with great texture. Glad it only Yields two loaves which is great for my husband and me.  But after baking, loaves spread out and became kinda flat.  Can anyone tell \nme what I might of done wrong since so many had good results.","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"04\/22\/2020 16:34","GUID":"32cc38dbae174fcd860b37c005f35d6e","MemberId":7104866,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"flipperpie","SubmittedDate":"04\/22\/2020 16:34"},{"Comment":"I let the yeast rise for too long but it came out wonderfully. Thank you Denise! I&#039;ve never tasted a French loaf, so this  was  great.","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"04\/14\/2020 15:13","GUID":"5924dac225ef4a0faae8337d6d4c6410","MemberId":9803162,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Esther","SubmittedDate":"04\/14\/2020 15:13"},{"Comment":"i made these into long grinder rolls .they were so good i baked them on parchment paper and didnt  add the corn meal very easy to make i will be making them often","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"02\/04\/2020 10:32","GUID":"7D414942D12F4DD79CA56138777F27E9","MemberId":853468,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"sakopr","SubmittedDate":"02\/04\/2020 10:32"},{"Comment":"super easy! I am not sure why anyone would buy bread after making this recipe. It is too easy. Good flavor and slightly sweet.","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"01\/21\/2020 22:14","GUID":"d0a6303c19174711af7ae1f2f41ed166","MemberId":4484886,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"danielleylee","SubmittedDate":"01\/21\/2020 22:14"},{"Comment":"This bread is so easy to make and very delicious!  It has a great texture and is very light and soft.  I did brush the loaves with a little egg white before baking.  Thanks for sharing!","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"05\/21\/2019 23:02","GUID":"7d671d528d04453cba949b5f845e6d40","MemberId":6007790,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"IslandWife","SubmittedDate":"05\/21\/2019 23:02"},{"Comment":"This bread is delicious.  It is so easy. It is my new favorite!","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"11\/18\/2018 00:50","GUID":"030b2b0871a045f688c612fd0ecfc254","MemberId":7682097,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Cecelia","SubmittedDate":"11\/18\/2018 00:50"},{"Comment":"<p>Love this bread! Easy, and freezes wonderfully.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"02\/29\/2016 18:57","GUID":"dd50015efa0a453f98ad83ce09888d8d","MemberId":8401653,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Markus16","SubmittedDate":"02\/29\/2016 18:57"},{"Comment":"<p>I make one like this have for years but i use little less flour.  About 3 1\/2 to 4 and kneading is the key to this bread or it will be very dense. I suggest the first knead should be 10- 15 min and on the second knead #3 direction kneaded for 10-15 min and see if that makes a difference otherwise a great bread.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"","GUID":"506cd292f09044479abbb576a1cd8f0c","MemberId":7587230,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"eyeliketodothat","SubmittedDate":"01\/07\/2014 13:52"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"12\/30\/2012 23:00","GUID":"891550e6aac4499abf30015d32ba50f9","MemberId":1073479,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mbvanzante","SubmittedDate":"12\/30\/2012 23:00"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"10\/07\/2012 22:43","GUID":"2f63a0c24b154954a2236630120b2181","MemberId":6812834,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"nbowden","SubmittedDate":"10\/07\/2012 22:43"},{"Comment":"<p>My first time making bread loaf from scratch and it came out Perfect!..Great tasting bread which we used to make delicious garlic bread this past weekend. Easy and Fool proof enough for a first timer...I would recommend this to anyone!<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"03\/29\/2011 11:43","GUID":"083b68fb32e04d0d9247315aac3fd7f4","MemberId":4861706,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"heatherbether80","SubmittedDate":"03\/29\/2011 11:43"},{"Comment":"<p>Nice taste but a little dense, even for French bread.<\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"01\/15\/2011 12:20","GUID":"fed52f4d832b4854a046a949aeec2850","MemberId":4631582,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"aug2295","SubmittedDate":"01\/15\/2011 12:20"},{"Comment":"<p>Have made this recipe several times!! I love how easy it is...homemade bread that taste great!<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"11\/15\/2010 12:17","GUID":"cb0ee689705344f98cfa19d0dc98cb4a","MemberId":4308287,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"terri0307","SubmittedDate":"11\/15\/2010 12:17"},{"Comment":"<p>Perfect every time.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"10\/28\/2010 18:28","GUID":"c2020ca72d1845b7aecbd8a1ac1b0ba0","MemberId":4897896,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Athena_Wiley","SubmittedDate":"10\/28\/2010 18:28"},{"Comment":"<p>It was so easy and quick to make. The texture was perfect!<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"10\/17\/2010 13:44","GUID":"2FCCCAAD0A4E459FA5E8D4999B937543","MemberId":606579,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mama cj","SubmittedDate":"10\/17\/2010 13:44"},{"Comment":"<p>Forget to rate it with stars!!!!<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"09\/25\/2010 21:05","GUID":"DF12BE3444364AED81A1BD19415791D4","MemberId":615269,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"baskets92","SubmittedDate":"09\/25\/2010 21:08"},{"Comment":"<p>I have made these french loaves a half a dozen times and they are WONDERFUL!  Very easy and quick for homemade bread!  Made it tonight ~ we had friends over for dinner and they all raved over it!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"09\/25\/2010 21:05","GUID":"DF12BE3444364AED81A1BD19415791D4","MemberId":615269,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"baskets92","SubmittedDate":"09\/25\/2010 21:05"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"08\/31\/2010 09:12","GUID":"1e382045d5854ff189bb682bee02c7f6","MemberId":5396799,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"jvbrin","SubmittedDate":"08\/31\/2010 09:12"},{"Comment":"<p>My husband loves bread with most of his dinners so I decided to try my hand at making it myself.  This recipe is easy and delicious.  I, too, ended up with very wide loaves the first time.  Now I actually cut the dough into 1\/4s and make 4 smaller loaves.  They freeze really well.  Have also tried to add various herbs and turns out yummy too!  A real keeper for sure!<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"05\/12\/2010 10:10","GUID":"8345fe67b8a94a73b00111fbe83abd9d","MemberId":1270264,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jkrasnitski","SubmittedDate":"05\/12\/2010 10:10"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"05\/12\/2010 06:02","GUID":"50d817aff94f4801bcbcd65681535143","MemberId":1201441,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"gailg112@msn.com","SubmittedDate":"05\/12\/2010 06:02"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"04\/17\/2010 14:44","GUID":"fb61df9d857041c4b52d0ac53021495a","MemberId":5079306,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jodyg376","SubmittedDate":"04\/17\/2010 14:44"},{"Comment":"<p>made w\/o bread flour, still good.  will try bread flour next time,<\/p>","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"03\/28\/2010 11:52","GUID":"6B1CE22A97CF42509B7B710805B6C3E0","MemberId":1143528,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"wiscook","SubmittedDate":"03\/28\/2010 11:52"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"03\/25\/2010 07:48","GUID":"fc884c53604a4df8b3ebcb3fcd48158f","MemberId":4993077,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mamaviolette","SubmittedDate":"03\/25\/2010 07:48"},{"Comment":"<p>This bread was super easy and the results were amazing. So many possibilities for the bread. I sliced it, drizzled on some olive oil, rubbed garlic on it, and toasted it...ahhhh perfection. I am making french toast bake for dinner tomorrow night with the leftovers. Thank you for such a wonderful recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"03\/03\/2010 17:11","GUID":"469391f64009441fbc3d1673597d3a2a","MemberId":3820802,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"katejudy311","SubmittedDate":"03\/03\/2010 17:11"},{"Comment":"<p>This is the best french bread I have ever made. I have made several batches and it is a favorite in the family.<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"03\/02\/2010 16:05","GUID":"07bf182f6476439a8e8f6cbbf121844b","MemberId":3602664,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"schoochlady","SubmittedDate":"03\/02\/2010 16:05"},{"Comment":"<p>This was the very first time that I ever tried to make bread. It was very good. I'm getting ready to make more tomorrow for company. I learned a lot from my first batch...like don't try to use a whisk while mixing in the flour. :-)<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"02\/23\/2010 14:08","GUID":"BA78E84F991C481EB91BE72B51C440CD","MemberId":2011904,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"vaby","SubmittedDate":"02\/23\/2010 14:08"},{"Comment":"<p>This was fine, but not spectacular.  It seemed to have a pretty strong yeast taste, and my loaves when they rose got very wide, more like Italian bread than French.<\/p>","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"02\/06\/2010 12:15","GUID":"D3CE44B7147C460897617E82E3EFFCBE","MemberId":1550099,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"HeatherHH","SubmittedDate":"02\/06\/2010 12:15"},{"Comment":"<p>I have made this recipe twice now and my kids and their friends have begged for more. Even made french rolls for bbq beef sandwiches with it.<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"01\/30\/2010 11:32","GUID":"52510252A7DB4E019111B08D7792088B","MemberId":819057,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"moncrid","SubmittedDate":"01\/30\/2010 11:32"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"01\/29\/2010 17:27","GUID":"1E6A27BC5D3B4549BA064A567B9C6950","MemberId":1468740,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"zeke","SubmittedDate":"01\/29\/2010 17:27"},{"Comment":"<p>I made this tonight and it turned out great.  It tasted good and was super easy. I did use all purpose flour instead of bread flour and it still turned out great.  I will make this again and look forward to trying different varieties like adding garlic or italian seasonings.  Good recipe!<\/p>","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"01\/24\/2010 20:35","GUID":"3576c311e6ae48a0b7a6053bdc8d1793","MemberId":4834836,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"tarac0202","SubmittedDate":"01\/24\/2010 20:37"},{"Comment":"<p>simple, easy and good.  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