Once you learn these bread hacks, youll never forget em.

But oftentimes, the fresher the bread is, the quicker it will get stale orgrow mold.

When it comes to getting the most out of your bread, heres what you should keep in mind.

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When stored this way, it will last for up to a week.

More on that below.

Can You Freeze Bread?

Your loaf is ready to be enjoyed when it is warmed through.

If yourethawingsliced bread, it should only take about an hour or two on the counter to soften.