defrosting homemade frozen bread
I made several loaves of bread 7 days prior to use due to time constraint, so I decided to freeze them after fully cooled, 8 hours after cooked.
Normally with frozen bread I would let out at room temperature while sealed for 4 to 5 hours. Will bread be fresh if I assemble sandwiches with frozen bread, wrap air-tight, and wait 6 hours prior to eating? If not, what method would be best to retain freshness of bread, meats, and cheeses assembled in sandwiches?
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As a possibility, here's what I do for make-ahead sandwiches with (previously) frozen bread. I'd suggest only a couple things beyond what you are planning.
After the bread is out of the oven and fully cooled (8 hours or over-night as you did), I slice before freezing. This allows me to take slices out of the freezer a few at a time. (As an alternative, you could take the bread out several hours ahead of time, then thaw enough to slice; I find this less convenient. Slicing frozen bread is something I try to avoid!)
Once out of the freezer, I toast the bread. This both gets the chill off and gives the bread some added freshening and ability to stand up to holding contents for some time (e.g., so the bread doesn't get as soggy). Making sandwiches directly with pre-sliced, frozen bread is possible, but I expect it would exacerbate the sogginess.
Assemble the sandwiches and wrap in plastic, foil, or a bag (as you suggest) as tightly as convenient. This procedure, for me, works adequately for several hours of make-ahead.
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To defrost a whole loaf (or at least a large piece) of bread, pop it in the refrigerator overnight, says Nguyen. Then, warm it in a 325-degree oven until warm throughout and slightly crispy on the outside (usually about 20 minutes).How do you thaw frozen homemade bread?
Take the bread out of the plastic and let it thaw in the fridge until it is no longer frozen (overnight for a loaf, and 2 to 3 hours for individual slices). Heat your oven to 380 degrees F and 'refresh' the bread for 3 to 5 minutes. Your bread will be squishy, and may not seem ready, but trust us, it's ready.How do you defrost bread without making it soggy?
It's best to defrost bread in microwave ovens by covering it in large kitchen towels, like Plenty The Extra Big One, to absorb any moisture. This will prevent the bread from going soggy.How do you reheat frozen homemade bread?
The first is pretty straightforward. Preheat your oven to 350\xb0F, take the bread out of the freezer, remove the plastic, and place the whole frozen loaf into the now-hot oven. Let the loaf bake for about 40 minutes to revive it.How do you defrost a loaf of bread quickly?
If you just need to thaw out a few pieces, put 2-3 pieces on a cookie sheet into a 325-degree oven for 3-5 minutes. For one or two slices of bread, a microwave will also suffice if you only leave it in for 20 to 30 seconds.How to Thaw Frozen Bread
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Good idea. I've been doing this for a long time. I let the bread cool after taking it out of pans (usually an hour or two) then partially freeze it. Then slice it all. I do have a met slicer I use, then into bags & quickly back in the freezer.Take out as many slices as U need.
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