Classic white loaf

Once you’ve mastered this basic loaf, the bread-making world’s your oyster

Rustic bread

This is a traditional Sicilian bread that you can make in the morning to get ahead

Basic granary bread dough (for rolls or a large loaf)

Nothing beats homemade bread straight from the oven – ready in just 35 minutes

Cheesy garlic bread wedges

A wonderfully gooey version of garlic bread with jarlsberg

Cheesy bonfire bread

Best eaten fresh, this savoury bread can also be made ahead and frozen – perfect for Bonfire Night

Cracked black pepper & figgy bread

A fiery hit that goes well with cheese

Red onion & rosemary focaccia

This simple, rustic bread makes a great partner to salads and antipasti

Bread in four easy steps

Kids can help with this super-simple bread recipe. Use whichever flour you like, granary, wholemeal or white

Olive bread swirls

These delicious savoury rolls make an excellent side dish for a lunch party

Malted walnut seed loaf

With a proper bready texture and good crust, this gluten-free loaf slices well and was a hit in our test kitchen