Who actually buys grocery store bread and why?

[Anonymous]

Since we’re being judgmental, I think frozen bread is gross.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:We buy a loaf of two of fresh sliced bread from our neighborhood bakery and freeze it immediately. Then just toast the slices we want to use throughout the week. But every time I'm in a grocery store the bread section is MASSIVE. It sort of grosses me out. Why buy that crap for $3 to 6 when a good bakery loaf is maybe $5 to 8?

What do you mean you *buy* bread? I only eat homemade bread unsullied by mass production of bakeries.

(But actually: I just find kneading soothing and a great way to amuse my toddler. I buy English muffins at the grocery store because they are delicious.)

[Anonymous]

Frozen and reheated bread grossed me out.

[Anonymous]

I agree with the sentiment OP. I either bake our bread or buy from our local artisan bakery, have them slice it, and freeze. I always have at least one frozen loaf on hand. It either goes directly into toaster or pan for grilled cheese or sits out for a couple minutes before I make kids’ school lunches with it.

BUT, these type of bakeries aren’t all over, so I get why some people don’t do it.

[Anonymous]

I think this boils down to different people like different things. I either buy bread from a grocery store or make it myself. Bakery bread is expensive and gets hard as a rock in less than a day. And the thought of toasting frozen bread is not appetizing to me.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Specifically to annoy the poseurs on here who feel the need to specify "crusty bread" when making menu suggestions

Also for cinnamon toast

lol I laugh so hard when I see “crusty bread” here.

[Anonymous]

I mean why doesn’t EVERYONE go to a minimum of 5 places three times a week for their food? Bakery, local produce stand, butcher, creamery, and then grocery store for the mundane things like cereal. I mean are you even really living life if you need to do your shopping once weekly at the supermarket for a myriad reasons?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I think this boils down to different people like different things. I either buy bread from a grocery store or make it myself. Bakery bread is expensive and gets hard as a rock in less than a day. And the thought of toasting frozen bread is not appetizing to me.

How do you eat bread? Are people really constantly noshing on soft bread? My family prefers sandwich bread and toast... toasted.

If you're itching for a slice of delicious soft bread with a schmear of soft butter, you eat it first the day you buy it... then freeze the rest. Easy peasy.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Frozen and reheated bread grossed me out.

I used to think/assume that too but then we tried it and I doubt anyone can tell in a blind taste test. The key is freezing right when you get home, double bagged. It "locks in" the freshness and taste.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I think by dismissing all grocery store bread as gross you are missing out on some delicious and nutritious options.

A lot of people also buy certain types because it’s convenient, cheap, and tastes fine. That’s ok, too.

This stuff is shipped from all over and has to have extra additives and chemicals to be shelf stable. And it's frankly floppy mass-produced crap. Once you get hooked on the good stuff you can't go back. It's like driving a nicely equipped Audi and then trading it in for a base spec Chevy.

[Anonymous]

I never buy grocery store bread, I bake my own and freeze.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I mean who even does there own shopping? That’s for peasants.

Haha this is the only correct response.

[Anonymous]

The bread at Lidl is better than any bakery. And last time I checked it was a supermarket. I freeze bread - but no, no matter how you freeze it, you can always tell.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think by dismissing all grocery store bread as gross you are missing out on some delicious and nutritious options.

A lot of people also buy certain types because it’s convenient, cheap, and tastes fine. That’s ok, too.

This stuff is shipped from all over and has to have extra additives and chemicals to be shelf stable. And it's frankly floppy mass-produced crap. Once you get hooked on the good stuff you can't go back. It's like driving a nicely equipped Audi and then trading it in for a base spec Chevy.

I’ve had plenty of great bread in this country and in Europe. I spent a lot of time during lockdown perfecting my sourdough. I get a good baguette every few weeks. But I also eat a sandwich most days on store bought wheat or sourdough and it’s good too.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I think by dismissing all grocery store bread as gross you are missing out on some delicious and nutritious options.

A lot of people also buy certain types because it’s convenient, cheap, and tastes fine. That’s ok, too.

This stuff is shipped from all over and has to have extra additives and chemicals to be shelf stable. And it's frankly floppy mass-produced crap. Once you get hooked on the good stuff you can't go back. It's like driving a nicely equipped Audi and then trading it in for a base spec Chevy.

But Audi drivers are azzzh0les.