Farmhouse Cheddar Almond Flour Crackers

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   Why does bread go stale faster in the fridge?

   It’s because the fridge speeds up a process called starch retrogradation, which is one of the main causes of bread staling.

   • Fresh bread has starch molecules that absorb water and form a soft structure.
   • As bread sits, those starch molecules gradually reorganize and crystallize.
   • At refrigerator temperatures—roughly 32–50°F (0–10°C)—this process happens particularly quickly.
   • The result is bread that feels firmer, drier, and less soft, even though the bread may not have actually lost much water.

   Interestingly, the fridge does slow mold growth, so it can extend bread's safety. But for texture, it’s usually worse.

   Best storage: Keep bread at room temperature in an airtight bag/container if you’ll eat it within a few days. For longer storage, freeze it—freezing largely stops the staling process, and you can thaw slices as needed.

   

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