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Make French bread soft again

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Reviving Stale French Bread

I have two loaves of French bread that have lost their softness since I brought them home yesterday. I’d like to use them to make some French bread pizza (inspired by Red Baron). What’s the best way to soften them up? I’m wondering if using the water method and wrapping them in foil will make them too crunchy when I add the toppings and bake them. I apologize if this sounds like a silly question; I’m just trying to figure out how to get them soft without making them too crispy, especially since I’m in braces and can’t eat anything hard. Thanks for your help!

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    It’s not a dumb question at all! Here’s a simple method to soften your French bread without making it too crispy while cooking your French bread pizza.

    1. Moisture Method: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray or mist the outside of the loaves with water. You can also dampen a paper towel or cloth and wrap the loaves in it.

    2. Wrap in Foil: After you’ve added moisture, wrap the loaves in aluminum foil. This will help trap steam and keep the bread soft while it heats up.

    3. Heat: Place the wrapped bread in the oven for about 10-15 minutes. The steam will help to soften the bread. Just be careful not to leave it in for too long, or it might get too warm and start to crisp up.

    4. Add Toppings: After you’ve softened the bread, you can remove it from the foil, add your pizza toppings, and then place it back in the oven. If you’re worried about it crisping up too much, you can pop it back in the foil for a few more minutes with toppings, just to warm everything through.

    This should help you create a soft, delicious French bread pizza without any discomfort from your braces. Enjoy!

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