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We have the same problem. Basically we make small enough loaves that my wife and I will be able to finish them in a few days. We make bread probably twice a week which is very easy with the machine we bought.

I totally agree dantsea. Its not a secret that professional sports is about advertising money.

Interesting. If I recall correctly Cook's Ilustrated rated one of the LO'L cocoas as the best tasting. Of course something can taste pretty good and still be made in a lab.

Everyone should just decide what they want to eat and leave everyone else to do the same.

Ha my dog does that too.

For the first day, I don't put it in anything, even after it's sliced; I just put the cut end down on a plate or smooth cutting board. This may even go for a second day. After that, it's a paper bag, set over the bread that's still cut-end down on the plate. I'll have to try the bags; my stepdaughter gave me a couple.

I'm going to echo the others who've suggested using paper bags instead of plastic bags. This means that you will (most likely) not get mold, and that as it naturally dries out it will be an even better candidate for cutting into cubes and making croutons! I've honestly had a lot of luck adjusting what I expect from my bread, rather than expecting the same sandwich on day #5.

Also, since you've specifically asked for secret natural ingredients, try rosemary or garlic. There are more herbs that have an effect similar to the rosemary, but I've forgotten them at the moment. This is a rich area for research, if you're so inclined!

I have found that a covered glass cake plate keeps the bread fresh longer than bags. Once the bread is cool, I put it in the cake plate and keep it covered. It's usually good for up to 5 days.

bobcatsteph3 - I always thought those infomercials were a scam! I'll have to grab some!

It might depend on what you use the bread for and maybe what kind;
but sometimes I freeze my tortilla wraps and 'you-bake' french crusty bread in the freezer?

Hot damn, I miss Johnnie's. Our family business used to be a few blocks away and I would get these sandwiches weekly when I worked there growing up.

Another classic fixture of the neighborhood: Russell's. It would nearly kill me, but getting a combo sandwich and a bbq beef sandwich in the same day would be food heaven.