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CERTIFIED BAKER RALPH MACIOCE

If you ask Ralph Macioce, he will tell you there is only one way to make the finest artisan breads in the true European tradition…go back to the basics.

While never using additives or preservatives, this talented baker uses only the freshest, purest flours available, while insisting on long, slow rising times of up to 24 hours. This allows the full character of the dough to develop as it marinates in the by-products of its own fermentation. Each loaf is hand-kneaded, then shaped and allowed to further develop for a final proofing period of up to one hour. Ralph's baking is done in a stone hearth oven, similar to those used thousand of years ago, and most of his breads are baked free-form, or directly on the stone hearth.

Passionate about his creations, Ralph has been baking breads since the age of 13. Having studied under a French Master Baker for three years, he also graduated at the top of his class from baking schools in Milwaukee and San Francisco.

While his traditional baking methods are slow and labor intensive, Ralph imparts the added human element crucial to achieving his goal of restoring bread baking to the high art form practiced by the original Art of Bread. The result is truly outstanding bread, second to none, which we believe you, our customer, deserves.

Contrary to popular misconceptions, BREAD IS NOT FATTENING! Especially when made WITHOUT FATS OR OILS. In fact, bread is an excellent source of complex carbohydrates, which the new U.S.D.A. food guidelines say should comprise over 2/3rds of your daily caloric intake.

CRANBERRY ORANGE This soft crusted bread with a subtle orange flavor makes for a delicious snack or after dinner dessert.

CRANBERRY ORANGE DESSERT BREAD - A splendid hearth-baked treat laden with tangy cranberries. An excellent choice for tea parties or luncheons.

CROUTONS Our award-winning bread makes our crunchy croutons the perfect way to bring new life to soups, salads, stuffings and casseroles. Our golden toasted croutons are so tasty you will be tempted to eat them as a snack - right out of the bag!

DARK RYE A robust dark rye that captures the flavor of the Black Forest.

ENGLISH MUFFIN BREAD A celebration of white bread and crust. Full of irregular, cavernous holes that yearn to be slathered with fresh butter and our jam.

FLAX SEED Enjoy the benefits of great nutrition without compromising on taste. The flax seeds produce a delicious nutty flavor that's out of this world. Plus, they are loaded with vitamin B-3 and essential Omega 3.

FOCACCIA Focaccia is a fun bread to make as well as eat! Kids love it because it tastes like pizza. If you wish, it could serve as your entire meal. We offer a wide variety of toppings on our focaccias including but not limited to; roma tomato and basil; roma tomato and mild pepper rings; pesto and artichoke; caramelized onion and parsley; roasted red pepper and basil; roasted yellow pepper and basil; fresh herbs and roasted garlic; four cheese and parsley; black and green olives; pesto and bail; Portobello mushroom and caramelized shallots; artichoke and roast red peppers; kalamata olives and parsley; roasted sun-dried tomato and parsley.

FREEDOM BREAD Enjoy the natural sweetness of our tangy cranberries and Michigan blueberries in our fresh hearth-baked bread. The red and blue theme is perfect when you require bread for a holiday get together.

FRENCH BAGUETTE A classic French favorite, hand rolled into the traditional "wand" shape. The crust is a beautiful, crispy, golden brown. The interior is light and chewy.

FRENCH BOULE A hearty, ball-shaped loaf of French bread. Golden-crusted on the outside. Gently hand-kneaded to preserve the delicate, chewy inside.

FRENCH PEASANT Our flagship bread! A rustic French bread. Its distinctive flavor and texture is produced by coarse kernels of cracked wheat. Mentioned in Bon Apetit, this bread won a bronze medal at the National Culinary Arts Salon competition. Its versatility makes it a popular gift bread.

FRUIT BREAD Our fruit bread features the natural sweetness of cherries, blueberries, raisins and walnuts with a hint orange, lemon and honey. It's the perfect gift for teachers, co-workers or the mail carrier.

GARLIC ONION We don't hold back the flavor on this one. The classic combination of onion and garlic make this baguette the perfect accompaniment to your favorite Italian meal.

GARLIC ONION PARMESAN Our Garlic Onion plus Parmesan cheese. What could be tastier?

GLUTEN FREE Our gluten-free recipe utilized a mix produced by the Steve Rice of Authentic Foods, Inc. Recipes using this bean flour have been featured in the The Gluten Free Gourmet by Bette Hagman and Special Diet Solutions by Carol Fenster, Ph.D.

GREEK OLIVE BREAD A delightful rustic Italian bread with hand-pitted Greek olives folded in which results in a distinct flavor. Great with pasta!

HAMBURGER & HOT DOG BUNS Our fluffy, soft buns make the perfect foundation for your family picnic or lunch.

HONEY OAT BRAN This soft crusted bread has a light oat flavor. The top is covered in rolled oats for an aesthetically pleasing look.

HONEY RAISIN/HONEY RAISIN CHALLAH Soft-crusted, sweet and moist, it's the perfect breakfast alternative. Wonderful for early morning toast or as an afternoon snack for the kids. It has all the flavor kids want without the additives and preservatives.

HONEY SUNFLOWER WHOLE WHEAT The addition of sunflower seeds provides extra texture and flavor to this traditional wheat bread.

HONEY WHEAT A kid favorite. The combination of oats, stoneground whole wheat flour and honey results in a naturally sweet, soft bread.

HONEY WHITE/HONEY CHALLAH A soft white bread, slightly sweet from a touch of honey. Kids go crazy for it! No fats, oils, additives or preservatives make it the natural choice for parents when preparing school lunches.

HONEY WHOLE WHEAT A fantastic 100% whole wheat, whole grain bread with a touch of honey for sweetness and softness.

HOT CROSS BUNS A fragrant breakfast fare with orange peel, cinnamon and raisins. It is topped with the traditional "+" of powdered sugar glaze.

IRISH OAT BRAN This recipe comes directly from Ireland. It has a tasty combination of white and whole wheat flour, rolled oats and wheat bran.

IRISH SODA BRAN A golden loaf of wheat and white flour, rolled oats and sweet raisins bring the Luck O' The Irish to your table.

JALAPENO CORNBREAD A wonderful cornbread flavored with jalapeno peppers. A moist, rich bread.

LEMON POPPYSEED DESSERT BREAD A light, flavorful dessert bread. Sliced thin and buttered, it makes one of the best tea breads around.

LIGHT RYE This rye bread is defined by the absence of caraway seeds. Try it for open face sandwiches, cured meats and roasted bell peppers.

MARATHON MULTIGRAIN Looking for a bread loaded with grains and great taste? We offer our marathon multigrain bread, crammed with vitamins and minerals for our lifestyle.

MEDITERRANEAN HERB We use herbs grown in the Mediterranean region. The cornucopia of flavors is mind boggling.

MULTIGRAIN A firm, moist bread which consists of five grains and sunflower seeds. The combination of the grains and seeds give this bread a distinct corn and sunflower taste.

MULTIGRAIN LIGHT WITH ROSEMARY A fiber filled bread with a hint of rosemary. It has phenomenal taste.

NORWEGIAN RYE A classic Scandinavian robust rye with a golden brown, crisp, blistered crust. A touch of molasses provides sustenance. We created this special bread to give our customers something that they might experience in Europe.

ONION RYE Simply scintillating! A savory choice best enjoyed when consumed with a roast meat entrée. Caraway seeds provide subtle flavoring.

PEPPERCORN SWISS An intriguing bread that cheese lovers will appreciate. We use real Swiss cheese and cracked peppercorns.

PEPPERONI BREAD We stuff our classic French dough with mounds of pepperoni along with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Kids love it!

PESTO A tasty combination of basil, Parmesan cheese and garlic. A perfect bread to accompany any pasta dish or fine Chianti.

PIZZA DOUGH Who better to make the perfect pizza crust than the people with the award-winning dough? Great tasting and nutritious!

POTATO BREAD A rich, light, beautifully-colored loaf. It's ideal for tea and sandwiches-especially those with herbs and seasoning.

POTATO CHEDDAR CHIVE We use fresh baked potatoes to produce an airy, moist and slightly chewy bread. An ample slice of Potato Cheddar Chive makes a great complement to a steaming bowl of tomato soup!

PUMPERNICKEL BRICK A dense caraway rye bread that is more than hearty. Our pumpernickel has a natural dark color from its ingredients - there are no added colorings or molasses.

PUMPKIN DESSERT BREAD Treat yourself to this fall favorite now available year-round! It is sweet and spicy, just right for breakfast or dessert. We also make the bread with chocolate chips.

RAISIN CINNAMON Deep golden brown, sweet and delightfully scented. Distinguished by Cassia cinnamon harvested from the remote north and west regions of Vietnam. Makes an excellent French toast.

RAISIN CINNAMON WALNUT Our Raisin Cinnamon and Raisin Walnut were so popular; we decided to combine the two for a great breakfast bread.

RAISIN SUNFLOWER It's sprinkled throughout with chewy raisins and nutty sunflower seeds. Makes good sandwich slices and even better toast, especially when smeared with cold, sweet butter.

RAISIN WALNUT A hearty combination of walnuts, raisins and whole wheat flour. An excellent breakfast bread. Makes fantastic toast.

ROSEMARY FOUGASSE Country-style fragrant rosemary flat bread. We infuse the rosemary in extra virgin olive oil for a robust flavor. We make this bread ever more unique by adding Kosher salt on the top.

ROSEMARY GARLIC CIABATTA Great dinner party gift! This bread was created in the Lake Como region of northern Italy. It is quickly becoming one of the most popular breads in Europe.

RUSTIC ITALIAN Golden crusted on the outside. Inside it's soft and fluffy. Gently hand-kneaded to preserve the delicate air structure of the inside crumb. Excellent!

SEMOLINA BREAD The essence of the American harvest is evident in this bread. Try it with your favorite hearty bowl of soup and make a quick, easy delicious meal.

SESAME SEED ITALIAN Our voluminous, harvest gold colored loaves of Italian bread are sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds. The result is a nutty, crunchy and delightfully scented all-purpose bread.

SOURDOUGH The quintessential American bread…golden brown with a thick, crisp, blistered crust. We use a sourdough starter born in 1993 using organic flour. There are no commercial yeasts, starters or flavorings in this bread.

SOURDOUGH RYE A classic Eastern European robust rye with a golden brown, crisp, blistered crust. We created this special bread to give our customers something they might experience in Europe when traveling there. Sourdough Rye goes well with fish, shellfish, ham and strong cheeses.

STOLEN A traditional East German specialty bread produced during the holiday season. Our recipe is a variation of a recipe first used in 1486. While nobody wants to give away the secrets of this holiday bread, we will go as far as to say it contains rum, flour, milk, butter, currants, golden raisins and almonds.

STONEGROUND WHEAT An earthy, full wheat flavor without added preservatives. For nature lovers only!

SWEDISH LIMPA RYE A flavorful combination of orange peel, anise seeds and caraway seeds result if a richly textured bread. Marvelous for sandwiches.

SWEET BELLAGIO This bread origins trace to the Lake Como region of northern Italy. A porous and chewy crumb makes this an excellent dipping bread.

TOMATO BASIL California sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning and basil combine to make this bread fun for the whole family. Kids like it because it tastes like pizza!

TRADITIONAL RYE Its origins can be traced to the mountainous regions of Scandinavia. Its characteristic flavor is due to hearty rye meal and fragrant Dutch caraway seeds. Goes well with ham and strong cheeses.

TUSCAN HERB FORMAGGIO We take our Italian or French dough a step farther and include mozzarella cheese to form a mini-baguette. One of our most popular breads.

TUSCAN RUSTICA This bread has a unique crumb, texture and crust. It is chewier than our Italian bread. The barley malt in the dough produces a dark, earthy colored, aromatic bread.

VANILLA EGG CHALLAH A traditional braided challah complete with canola oil and whole eggs.

APPLE PIE BREAD We stuff our Country Buttertop dough with chunks of apples and loads of spices! It's soft and sweet with a beautiful golden brown exterior. Makes a great dessert served with vanilla ice cream.

AUSTRIAN PUMPERNICKEL A slightly lighter version of our Pumpernickel Brick. Loaded with caraway seeds, this bread evokes memories of the old country.

BANANA DESSERT BREAD The aroma alone will whip you into a frenzy. Reminiscent of Grandma's moist, flavorful banana bread. Our recipe uses butter, sugar and eggs.

BEER BREAD Our recipe is a take-off of a vintage 19th century German recipe utilizing a classic dark beer. Beer Bread is an excellent accompaniment to meals planned with Scandinavian overtones, particularly ham or roasted meats.

BLUEBERRY CORNBREAD Packed with juicy, succulent Michigan blueberries. A wonderful fat free alternative to muffins or sweet rolls.

BLUEBERRY DESSERT CORNBREAD This delicious, moist, rectangular-shaped quick bread has great merit and an excellent shelf life. Best if served with chocolate ice cream.

BLUEBERRY LEMON This soft-crusted bread's key ingredient is lemon zest. The zest provides for a smooth tasting breakfast treat.

CHEDDAR SOURDOUGH We take our 6 year old Sourdough starter and stuff it with delicious sharp cheddar cheese. It makes a fantastic mid-afternoon snack.

CHERRY WALNUT Chock full of walnuts and tangy Michigan cherries. A touch of honey results in a softer crust. A wonderful dessert option for dinner parties.

CHOCOLATE BREAD A splendid hearth-baked treat laden with chocolate chips and a touch of honey. It's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY BREAD We take our Chocolate Bread and mix in tart cherries for the perfect combination of sweet and tartness.

CHOCOLATE DESSERT BREAD This warm, rich loaf of bread offers variety, interest and flexibility, complementing rather than competing with the long-rising breads that are our staff of life. Rich in flavor as well as festive in spirit, this bread makes an occasion of dessert, with or without vanilla ice cream.

CIABATTA Italian's call it "slipper bread" because it is flat and oval - like a slipper. Break open our Ciabatta and you will discover an extremely porous interior. It makes a great sandwich because it soaks up whatever you slather onto it!

CINNAMON BUNS Our Cinnamon Buns are distinguished by Saigon cinnamon harvested from the remote north and west regions on Vietnam. It is arguably the world's most prized and expensive cinnamon.

CINNAMON SPICE A soft crusted breakfast bread best consumed with a cup of steaming coffee. Crushed walnuts are our secret ingredient!

CORNBREAD A traditional cornbread make without fats or oils. A healthy version of your mother's cornbread. Excellent toasted and topped with our delicious jam.

COUNTRY BUTTERTOP Firm, honest in flavor, tender to the bite yet with a slight chewiness in the crust. An utterly dependable, delicious white bread. Has an excellent shelf life. Lends itself well to sandwich making.

CRANBERRY CORNBREAD Hearty yellow corn, a touch of honey and tangy cranberries give this cornbread a homemade taste.

A WORD ABOUT NUTRITION

All of our breads are natural, made without additives, preservatives and contain no fats, oils, sugars, or artificial sweeteners (except for some of our specialty breads). Our breads are also made with high protein (13%), hard spring wheat flours. Many of our breads receive added fiber and nutrients, as well as flavor, from ingredients such as cracked wheat, bakers bran, oat bran, caraway seeds, sunflower seeds and raisins.

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