Crusty Bread?

[bruce5755]

Hi all!
I regularly make bread using a bread making machine, which gives excellent results apart from the top crust which, after cooling always turns out soft. does any-one know of a method to keep the crust crispy as you would expect from a commercial baker?
Many Thanks in advance.

[TheWinner]

Hi bruce5755, here is a link that may be helpful to you. It describes how to use steam to get the bread crusty.


http://www.preparedpantry.com/index.asp?PageAc tion=Custom&ID=223%20

[thugulike]

Add a tablespoon of powdered milk to the mix.