Removing, Slicing & Storing Bread - Kenwood BM200 series Instructions & Recipes

Removing, Slicing and Storing Bread
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For best results, once your loaf is baked, remove it from the machine and turn out of
the bread pan immediately, although your bread maker will keep it warm for up to 1
hour if you are not around.
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Remove the bread pan from the machine using oven gloves, even if it is during the
keep warm cycle. Turn the pan upside-down and shake several times to release the
cooked bread. If the bread is difficult to remove, try gently knocking the corner of the
bread pan on a wooden board, or rotate the base of the shaft underneath the bread
pan.
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The kneader should remain inside the bread pan when the bread is released, however
occasionally it may remain inside the loaf of bread. If so, remove it before slicing the
bread, using a heat resistant plastic utensil to prise it out. Do not use a metal
implement as this may scratch the non-stick coating on the kneader.
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Leave the bread to cool for at least 30 minutes on a wire rack, to allow the steam to
escape. The bread will be difficult to slice if cut hot.
Storing
Home-made bread does not contain any preservatives so should be eaten within 2-3 days
of baking. If not eating immediately, wrap in foil or place in a plastic bag and seal.
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Crispy French-style bread will soften on storage, so is best left uncovered until sliced.
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If you wish to keep your bread for a few days, store in the freezer. Slice the bread
before freezing, for easy removal of the amount required.
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