Australians have discovered a simple trick to revive stale bread, saving it from the bin or the freezer. The hack, shared by meal-prepping influencer Katie Lolas on Instagram, involves nothing more than water and an oven.
According to Lolas, the method is straightforward: run the stale loaf under a tap until the crust is wet, then place it in the oven at 160°C for about six minutes. 'Your bread will be good as new – moist on the inside and crunchy on the outside,' she explains.
The tip has been welcomed by followers, with one commenting: 'That’s awesome. Will definitely be giving this a go!' Others noted the hack also works for individual sourdough slices and scones.
However, Lolas warns that bread which has gone mouldy is beyond saving and should be discarded. The technique offers a quick alternative to making bread and butter pudding or croutons, which can be time-consuming.
