96 bread loaf recipes

Moist banana bread with wheat germ, oats, and walnuts, sweetened with apple juice concentrate instead of refined sugar. A wholesome low-calorie loaf perfect for using overripe bananas from your counter.

Low-fat cranberry poppy seed loaf made with skim milk, egg substitute, and fresh lemon zest. A tender quick bread with tart cranberry pops and a subtle crunch from poppy seeds.

Low Fat Zucchini Bread: a guilt-free spice loaf made with fat-free sour cream, egg whites, and bright lemon zest. Tender crumb, classic cinnamon flavor, no oil or butter required.

Healthy meat loaf packed with sauteed cabbage, shredded carrots, and potatoes mixed into lean ground beef with whole wheat bread crumbs. More vegetable than meat, baked covered then uncovered for a golden crust.

Quick no-knead casserole bread loaded with sharp cheddar, toasted sesame seeds, and a hint of red pepper. Just mix, pour, and bake for a warm, cheesy loaf in under an hour.

Fresh mango with toasted pecan quick bread folds juicy diced mango and crunchy pecans into a tender buttermilk batter. Bakes as a loaf, mini Bundts, or muffins for an easy tropical breakfast or snack.

No-knead whole wheat bread with just four ingredients: whole wheat flour, yeast, molasses, and warm water. Mix in a bowl, scoop into loaf pans, rise once, and bake. Dense, hearty, salt-free.

Wholesome chocolate zucchini bread made with whole wheat flour, oats, and yogurt for a moist, lighter loaf. Shredded zucchini keeps it tender while bittersweet chocolate and walnuts make it taste like a treat.

Decorating and preserving directions for Ha'Penny Friendship Bread: slit the top crust, tuck in a copper penny, tie with ribbon and wheat, then seal the loaf with glossy polyurethane for a keepsake that lasts.

When I have abundant seasonal vegetables, I love making this vegetable casserole, and most of the time I just enjoy it with a loaf of good bread. That is all you need for a good meal.

Aran Spiosrai is a traditional Irish spice bread with raisins, candied fruit, golden syrup, and mixed spice baked low and slow in a loaf pan. It actually gets better after a day or two as the flavors deepen.

-Bread Machine CB: A true sourdough starter is nothing more than the flour and milk or water which sits at room temperature for several days and catches live yeast bacteria from the air. Most starter recipes today include yeast as an original ingredient as it is much easier and less time consuming. In addition, many sourdough bread recipes also indicate usage of yeast itself as it does provide a higher rising, lighter loaf. A sourdough starter should be kept in a glass or plastic bowl which has a tight fitting lid. I recommend a bowl instead of a jar as you can "feed" your starter right in the bowl easily.

Hamburger boat stuffed French bread loaded with seasoned ground beef, mushrooms, tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella. A fun, crowd-friendly dinner ready in 25 minutes.

Banana Apple Bread loaded with mashed banana, chopped fresh apple, and applesauce, sweetened with brown sugar and cinnamon. A low-fat quick bread with no added oil.

Rich yeast bread loaded with chunks of semi-sweet chocolate and walnut pieces, made with butter, eggs, and a simple batter method. No kneading required. Makes two loaves.

A crusty Cajun yeast bread loaded with three kinds of pepper: black, cayenne, and hot sauce. Polenta adds grit and crunch while garlic and parsley bring herby depth. Baked with steam like French bread.