Originally Posted By: Chisel
Please take my question at its face value

I really dont know why 'cuz I am a city guy and dont see the need or purpose. However, touring a number of sites, from cooking forums to camping or preparedness forums it seems like a popular thing.

Can someone guide me to WHY people bake their own bread. I have been trying to play with a few meal recipes, but never thought of making bread and began thinking if I should try making bread too.


There is the old real estate sales trick. When having an open house or showing it to potential buyers, bake some bread. That particular smell is welcoming and relaxing to visitors and you are more likely to have a favourable response.

Hey, even if not selling your house, I think the aroma is just great. There is nothing that says "home" like smelling mom's baking fresh from the oven!