We went crazy and bought an automated bread maker (Zojirushi). I was a bit skeptical but our first loaf (white bread) turned out amazing. Even the kids and in-law were impressed. I wanted to make a wheat loaf today too but it turns out we lacked one ingredient.

@ronguest interesting. planned to get one, too, but couldn't pull the trigger.

@ronguest I just got started with one of these too. It's been great! The French bread recipe makes the crustiest crust.

@cfrandall Looking forward to trying that!