You might be surprised to learn that stale bread isn't always a bad thing ... while the microwave can freshen individual slices. Adding water: Water is the antidote to bread that has dried ...

To freshen up a piece of bread, baguette or roll, sprinkle it with a little water and then put in the oven for ten minutes. IN THE SOUP: When life gives you stale bread, make croutons. Brush both ...