The main difference between bread flour and other types of flour is the protein content. Flour’s protein is what makes bread dough strong and helps it rise as it bakes. Bread flour that’s high in ...

Q. I keep bread flour to use in my bread machine. Can I use it instead of all-purpose flour in cakes, pies and other baking? A. You can use your bread flour for other recipes, but you might notice a ...

Baking bread at home can be intimidating for beginners. Follow these bread baking tips if you want to make flavorful and ...

Jim Lahey, owner of New York City's Sullivan Street Bakery and author of several cookbooks, including "My Bread," offers his recipe for a delicious, long-fermented rustic bread. Advice: plan ahead!

Q. When I bake, does the flour I use make a difference? A. Yes, it does. Different flours have differing levels of protein, which affects the texture of your finished product. When you bake bread, ...