When you get your first bread machine, start off with a simple all-purpose recipe like this oatmeal bread. It’s similar to a classic white bread but has a little extra texture thanks to the oats.

Bread can be bought ready-made or be homemade. Supermarkets and shops stock more varieties than they used to, but specialist bakeries or markets will sell more interesting varieties. A baked loaf ...

Apart from considering power, setting options, design, capacity, and ease of use, one of the most important factors is end results, as there’s no point in investing in a bread machine if it ...

Remove the lid and bake another 15 to 20 minutes, until the loaf is beautifully browned. Remove the bread from the Dutch oven and let it cool on a rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.