Health Mold in a bread basket Attention to strong heat

Danger of mold in the bread basket
In the summer months, bread and rolls spoil especially quickly - especially if they contain wheat flour. "In general, bread and rolls feel most comfortable at room temperature," explains nutritionist Harald Seitz from the Federal Center for Nutrition (BZfE). If the crust is to remain crispy, it is best kept in nets, paper or in the bakery bag. For unpacked bread, earthenware and ceramic pots are ideal for sealing.

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Packaged bread is best kept in its original packaging
So usually bread is not in the fridge. Because at three to five degrees Celsius, bread will stale faster. This is especially true for rye-containing varieties. "However, if it is extremely humid and warm, a short-term storage in the refrigerator can make sense," says Seitz. Then the better mold protection outweighs the disadvantages of staling.
Cleanliness also prevents mold growth.

Bread crumbs and leftover bread must be removed regularly. The bread container should be cleaned once a week with hot vinegar water and then dried well. If the bread still molds, it must be disposed of completely. Because the invisible fungus can already pull through the whole food, even if only a few spots are visible.

In the summer, bread is best bought more frequently and only in small quantities. Whole grain and sourdough breads hold up better than white and yeast breads. Sliced ​​bread can be frozen in portions "Remove the bread from the freezer for a few hours and thaw it at room temperature," recommends Seitz. But frosted slices of bread can also easily in the toaster. Heike Kreutz, bzfe