Simple ways to get the most out of our exceptional bread

GENERAL HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

For optimum shelf life and quality, keep all frozen products stored in a sealed case at 10°F or less. For optimal quality and performance, do not refreeze thawed product.

Once thawed, breads and rolls may be kept in a sealed bag for up to 8 hours at room temperature before serving or baking. For optimal freshness, breads and rolls should not be stored in a refrigerated state.

Thaw & Serve Breads, Rolls and Bagels

Par-Baked Breads, Rolls and Bagels
 

For European-style breads, bagels, sandwich rolls or dinner rolls, remove from case and thaw at room temperature in bag or on covered tray for at least 90 minutes before serving.

For sliced pan breads, remove from case and thaw at room temperature in bag or on covered tray for at least 2 hours before serving.

Thawed shelf life may vary by product. Please refer to the individual product specifications or ask your sales representative for specific product details.

 

For European-style breads, bagels, sandwich rolls or dinner rolls, remove from case and thaw at room temperature in bag or on covered tray for at least 90 minutes.

Preheat oven to 400°F/195°C. If using convection oven, set fan to “low.”

From thawed state, bake breads approximately 10–15 minutes until golden brown.

Allow bread to cool for approximately 30–45 minutes at room temperature before serving.

 

Proof - and - Bake Croissants

  1. For croissants, remove from case and thaw in cooler or at room temperature on covered tray for approximately 60 minutes.
  2. Proof for approximately 60 minutes (consult proof box instructions for optimal setting).
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F/195°C. If using convection oven, set fan to “low.”
  4. From a proofed state, bake croissants approximately 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Allow croissants to cool for approximately 30–45 minutes at room temperature before serving.

The shelf life of fully baked items may vary by product and storage conditions. Regulations also may vary by state regarding acceptable holding times for specific products and storage conditions. Please refer to the individual product specifications, ask your sales representative for details or call us with questions.

TIPS / HINTS

Our delicious par-baked products are crafted to have a crispy, hearty European-style crust. Once baked, our breads, rolls and bagels will naturally develop small cracks in their crusts, and some flaking may occur. To minimize the appearance of cracks and create a chewy rather than crisp crust, liberally spray loaves and rolls with water after thawing (about 10 minutes prior to baking) and store breads and rolls at room temperature in a sealed plastic bag after they are completely cool.

 

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