Linda, there are a few tips that might help your crust stay crispier next time. Try taking the internal temperature of your bread to ensure it reaches the right temperature (which varies based on what kind of bread you're making—call our hotline for more details). Checking the temperature will ensure it's fully baked when you turn the oven off. It's also possible that your bread softened due to the humidity, if that sounds like it could make sense for your climate. Try using more steam at the beginning of the bake, and bake it a little darker next time. Lastly, check your oven temperature to make sure it's reading correctly, and never store your crusty bread in plastic. Leave it in an open paper bag to prevent it from getting soft. We hope this helps! Kye@KAF

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