Get easy, classic bread recipes perfect for any home baker, inspired by grandma's kitchen. Simple, comforting, and delicious.

Below, Cara Nicoletti of Yummy Books> (and author of the new literature-inspired book of stories and recipes, Voracious whips up a loaf of black rye bread inspired by Victor Hugo’s 1862 novel ...

After 15 minutes, rotate the bread and continue baking the loaf until it is a rich brown on all sides, sounds hollow when thumped on the bottom, and registers at least 200 degrees in the center ...

Line a 9x5" loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving a generous overhang on both long sides. Coat with nonstick spray. Grind ½ cup flaxseed in spice mill to a fine powder.

Dump the batter into the loaf pan, smooth out the top, and brush/drizzle on the melted butter. Bake for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and crusty in appearance. Notes ...

Lyman Ave. Bread. The player Tim Giuffi. A chefturned-stay-at-home-dad, the sourdough savant bakes around 75 loaves a week in a makeshift bakery in his Oak Park basement.