When making a dip that goes in a bread bowl, make the bread bowl ahead of time and put it in the freezer. After it is frozen, fill the bread bowl with dip and serve. This keeps the dip cool for quite a while!
By Cheryl from Averill Park, NY
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To keep rolls or other bread items warm longer, crumple aluminum foil at the bottom of your bread bowl. Then put your bread napkin in as usual. This is especially great for parties or potlucks when the bread will have to sit out for a long period of time.