The best way to finish a bowl of soup? With a piece of homemade bread to soak up every last drop.

Published on October 27, 2026

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It’s baking season, and it’s also soup season. You know what helps you scratch both itches at once? Baking bread to dip in a bowl of soup. Making your own bread might feel intimidating, but it’s worth the effort: The intoxicating aroma of freshly baked bread fills your home, and eating it warm is one of life’s greatest pleasures. Not sure where to begin? Start with an easy no-knead loaf, then work your way towards rich, buttery brioche. Before you know it, you’ll be baking bread every weekend to go along with your soups and stews.

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