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Quality bread baking pans are a kitchen essential for your baking needs.  Whether you are an amateur baker that enjoys throwing a quick and easy bread mix together from a mix in a box or a seasoned baker that enjoys the art of baking from scratch, bread baking pans are a must.  There are many types of bread baking pans available that can be used to create delicious breads and cakes.  The quality of bakeware you use can definitely make a difference in your finished product.  Bread pans are made from a conductive material that allows heat to distribute evenly and thoroughly throughout the baking process.

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Many have a non-stick surface so that you can easily turn out the bread in one piece without sticking.  Loaf pans can be found in many different types of materials such as glass, metal, tin, cast iron, terra cotta and more.   Bread pans also come in various sizes.  A standard loaf pan is typically about 8-1/2" long and holds approximately six to eight cups of batter.  Mini loaf pans are designed about a quarter of the size of a standard loaf pan and are excellent for creating dessert breads and cakes for gift giving and parties.  Loaf pans can also be used to bake other types of food other than breads and cakes.  A loaf pan is a great baking tool for meatloaf and stuffing.

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Disposable loaf pans are also available for everyday use as well as for baked goods designed for gift giving.  Decorative foil and paper pans can be found that make preparation and presentation a piece of cake.  Some disposable pans come complete with covers or cellophane wrapping.  No matter what your baking needs are you can be sure to find a loaf or bread pan that will be perfect and add to your joy of baking.

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Have you ever wondered why a cake and muffin are considered different from each other?  We're about to go in the trenches and find out what the differences are when comparing the two.

Looking at the history of the American-style muffin we find they are not made with yeast dough like it's English counterpart.  We find that it uses a leaving agent like baking soda or baking power.  But what does it mean to us and the finished result?  Well we get to classes of muffin one bread like and one cake like.

Preparation of the muffin can have it lean more towards a bread than a cake.  Each type has a unique way of mixing the batter.  Less butter and sugar gives the muffin a more bread like consistency.  More butter and sugar will give it more of a cake like consistency.  Here's where we have to dive into cake and muffin facts to truly know the difference between the two:   Traditional cakes do not contain nuts and fruit. Muffins are often made with nuts and fruit.

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Cakes can contain yeast and baking powder and for the sake of our discussion we'll stick with the American-style muffin and we know these muffins do not contain yeast of any kind.
When it comes to frosting, cakes are the go to dessert.  Muffins will not have frosting but can be glazed.
Lastly when judging the degree of sweetness between cake and muffin, cake will always be the sweeter of the  two.

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Non-Stick Aluminum 6-Cup Muffin Pan - 13 X 8-1/2 $6.25 Muffin Pan, 6 compartments, aluminum w/non-stick coating, Muffin Pan by Winco. WINCO is a manufacturer and worldwide importer of kitchenware and tableware. From cookware to flatware, we are dedicated to provide professional chefs and restaurateurs with quality products and superb services....

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What have learned regarding the cake and muffin today?  We know that cake is the sweeter of the two and while the muffin isn't quite bread nor is it quite like cake.  It is an interesting blend of both worlds and let's face it ... Having a muffin for breakfast is the adult compromising with the kid in you because you almost ate but didn't quite eat cake for breakfast.

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In today's age where it seems like everyone is always busy, or going somewhere, or working, or trying to take care of their house, it doesn't seem like you have enough time in a day. A lot of people are eating out more and it's not because they want to. Some just really can't take the time out of their day to fix something, and clean up afterwards. Eating out is done more as a convenience than anything else. You come home with your meal, eat it, and throw everything away. There is no clean-up.

A product that may help out in this situation, and allow you to have more time with your family and friends, is mini loaf pans. If you can pick a day when you actually do have time to prepare a meal or even two, you could have meals all ready to go, and that would just need to be heated as needed.
With mini loaf pans, you could make a double recipe of your favorite dish, whether it's meatloaf, or banana nut bread, or whatever you happen to like. You can have them all baked and ready to go, but once they are cooled off, wrap them in foil or plastic wrap and stick them in your freezer to be warmed up at a different time.
Doing it this way, you can take one to work with you, while it is still frozen, and by the time you are ready for it, it will be thawed enough you could microwave it.

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Lot of 4 Non-Stick Mini Loaf Pans Metal Bakeware 4.5" Kitchen Bread Baking $6.99

Set of 2 Mini Christmas Loaf Pans $1.99

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Another thing you can do with the mini loaf pans are make breads and once they are done baking, let them cool, and you can slice them up and either freeze them also, or give them as gifts. Breads of this size make great gifts for any occasion. Just wrap them in Saran Wrap, tie a ribbon or bow to them, and they make beautiful and welcome gifts.
An advantage of mini loaf pans is that if you are making a smaller batch of something, either bread or a meal of some kind, you can put your ingredients in the small pans and use your toaster oven to bake it. You wouldn't have to heat your big oven to bake these.

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Kaiser Bakeware 2-Piece Mini Baking Set $30.00 Perfect for baking with the kids, this Kaiser Bake and a dark, non-stick coating for slightly decreased cooking time, easy release, plus it makes cleanup a breeze. These pans are great for making kid-sized desserts or breads, and are perfect for a single person household. For best results, brush a thin layer of butter in the pans before using; this promotes even browning, great flavor and a beauti...

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You can buy these mini loaf pans in glass, or aluminum, or even buy the disposable ones, if you don't want to deal with the clean-up. Some of them will rust if you let water sit in them too long so you should probably always spray them with oil before baking anything in them, as this will help a lot when you go to clean them.
If you don't own mini loaf pans, it may be something you want to consider since there is so much you can do with them. Be creative and plan some meals using them. You'd be surprised how easy and economical it could make your life. And you would actually be eating something homemade and healthy versus something from the fast-food restaurant.

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Quality bread baking pans are a kitchen essential for your baking needs.  Whether you are an amateur baker that enjoys throwing a quick and easy bread mix together from a mix in a box or a seasoned baker that enjoys the art of baking from scratch, bread baking pans are a must.  There are many types of bread baking pans available that can be used to create delicious breads and cakes.  The quality of bakeware you use can definitely make a difference in your finished product.  Bread pans are made from a conductive material that allows heat to distribute evenly and thoroughly throughout the baking process.  Many have a non-stick surface so that you can easily turn out the bread in one piece without sticking.  Loaf pans can be found in many different types of materials such as glass, metal, tin, cast iron, terra cotta and more.   Bread pans also come in various sizes.

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A standard loaf pan is typically about 8-1/2" long and holds approximately six to eight cups of batter.  Mini loaf pans are designed about a quarter of the size of a standard loaf pan and are excellent for creating dessert breads and cakes for gift giving and parties.  Loaf pans can also be used to bake other types of food other than breads and cakes.  A loaf pan is a great baking tool for meatloaf and stuffing.

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Disposable loaf pans are also available for everyday use as well as for baked goods designed for gift giving.  Decorative foil and paper pans can be found that make preparation and presentation a piece of cake.  Some disposable pans come complete with covers or cellophane wrapping.  No matter what your baking needs are you can be sure to find a loaf or bread pan that will be perfect and add to your joy of baking.

Bread baking often results in works of art to be eagerly consumed by the masses.  As a result, having the right pan is essential to the perfection of the final product.  When looking at bread loaf pans we need to discuss the concern regarding metal vs glass pans.

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Most professionals and battle tested home chefs will select the metal loaf pan.  Metal proves to be a wonderful conductor of heat at lower temperatures.  This trait allows your finished breads to have a rich color, soft center and a bit of a crisped edge.  This is because the consistent heat allows the caramelization of the ingredients.  Additionally, the lower temperature allows your breads to cook thoroughly.

When using a glass bread pan you'll find your crusts will come out lighter and softer.  This is due to glass being a poor conductor of heat at lower temperatures.   To achieve the same levels of caramelization of a metal pan would require a higher cooking temperature more suited to the browning of pie crusts than to bread.  This higher temperature would force you to remove the bread before it was completely cooked.  Leaving you with a browned on the outside gooey mess.

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Metal bread loaf pan purchases are the smart buy if you're looking for a great finished bread product.   It's a matter of personal preference if you chose to select a non stick pan or apply a non stick baking spray to an untreated metal pan.  In any event you can rest assured you are cooking like the pros by baking with metal pans at lower temperatures. Enjoy your time in the kitchen.

Wilton 8 Cavity Mini Loaf Bread Performance Pans Baking Meatloaf 2105-3844 $9.99

Lot of 4 Non-Stick Mini Loaf Pans Metal Bakeware 4.5" Kitchen Bread Baking $6.99

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Maybe you’ve never heard it before, but you really should be baking your own bread.

Why?

I think the number one reason everyone should bake their own bread is that it redeems you from years of bad health and medical bills. How so?

HOMEMADE BREAD IS HEALTHIER

It is much healthier to bake your own bread instead of buying bread that contains chemical additives, hydrogenated oils, unhealthy preservatives, and fattening sweeteners.

If you buy white bread you\'re also getting bread that is nutritionless, but don\'t be fooled, store bought whole wheat bread is just as bad for you.

A lot of times the whole wheat bread sold in stores isn\'t really made out of 'whole meal' but is just white bread that is colored (using caramel) to make it appear like it\'s whole grain and healthy.

Store bought whole wheat bread also contains the same emulsifiers, and chemical by products that are in store bought white bread.

When you bake your own bread you never have to worry about these 'hidden dangers' or chemicals in bread.

Instead you can control every ingredient that goes into your bread, and you\'ll know exactly how it is processed and created.

There are many other great incentives for baking homemade whole wheat bread, and I’ll go into each one below.

HOMEMADE BREAD TASTES BETTER THAN STORE BOUGHT

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Simply Calphalon Nonstick 6-Piece Bakeware Set $27.49 This bakeware set has a nonstick coating which easily releases baked goods, and its heavyweight construction allows for even heating and durability. Both novice bakers and the more experienced will appreciate the beauty and practicality of Simply Calphalon Nonstick Bakeware. Made of heavy-gauge metal, each piece features a durable, double-thick, nonstick coating for effortless release and swift cl...

Zojirushi Home Bakery Supreme 2-Pound-Loaf Breadmaker The Zojirushi BB-CEC20 Home Bakery Supreme Breadmaker features include the exclusive Home Made Menu function which includes three memory settings. I this a user friendly easy to read LCD control panel and dual kneading blades to kneed the dough thoroughly. Large traditional rectangular shaped 2 pound loaf. Measuring cup and spoon included....

Absolutely no argument here. Everyone I’ve met agrees that the taste of homemade bread far surpasses that of store bought bread, (some have even said they could taste the chemicals in the store bought bread and really hated it).

Taste is a biggie for a lot of people, and since everyone wants to eat tasty meals, you can’t go wrong by baking your own bread.

HOMEMADE BREAD SAVES YOU MONEY

It’s much cheaper to buy all the ingredients for making bread separately, than buying them already made into bread. You can easily save $30 or $40 dollars a month, by baking your own bread. This might not sound like much but over time, believe me, it adds up.

This is especially true if you buy as many of your bread ingredients as you can, in the bulk department of a supermarket.

An entire bag of whole wheat flour (enough to make 4 to 6 loaves) could cost $4.00 or less. This is just one example of how cheap baking your own bread is.

HOMEMADE BREAD IS LOWER IN FAT THIS = WEIGHT LOSS

My favorite reason for baking bread, is that, if you bake the right kind of bread (like whole wheat bread) it can be a great way to help you lose pounds or maintain a healthy weight.

I’m sure you’ve heard the myth before that bread is really fattening, it’s a myth at least for homemade whole wheat bread.

Store bought bread really is fattening because of all the extras that large scale manufacturers stuff their bread with.

Manufacturers do this to give their bread longer shelf life and to make the bread look more appealing so they’ll get more customers to buy their bread.

These big corporate CEO’s could care less if their bread causes you to pack on pounds. You’ve got to remember, after all, that they’re only in it for the money.

But if you bake your own whole wheat bread you’ll have a truly wholesome bread that will help you to achieve the healthy body and goal weight you desire.

Don’t think you can bake your own whole wheat bread? Don’t know where to start? I\'ll teach you how to bake your very own bread with no hassle, in simple steps. Visit my Easy Bread Baking website for more details.

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Beth Scott is author of the popular Whole Wheat Bread Baking Guide. For more information visit her website: http://www.easybakingtips.com/breadbaking/wholewheat.html