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+#### Storing Bread
+
+Lean crusty loaves can be stored on the counter, cut side down.
+Really, this works just fine, though you can also store them in a
+paper bag and cover the cut side with foil -- this will stave off
+drying out a little longer. Lean yeasted loaves will keep for a day,
+maybe two, but not much longer. Sourdoughs, on the other hand, will
+keep for 4-5 days.
+
+Loaves with sweeteners and / or fats should be stored in a plastic bag
+or an airtight container at room temperature. They'll keep for 3-4
+days before they begin to stale.
+
+DON’T store bread in the refrigerator. While this will prevent the
+bread from going moldy, unfortunately, bread goes stale very quickly
+at temperatures in the 30s and 40s.
+
+Bread freezes very well. Let it cool to room temperature, and then
+wrap it in foil or place it in a plastic bag. You can either let it
+thaw out on its own (which takes half a day or so), or wrap it in foil
+and bake it at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes.