A cold winter day is the perfect occasion to bake a loaf of yeast bread, and savor the enticing aromas that fill your kitchen. Once you have mastered a few basic techniques, yeast breads are quite easy to prepare at home.

Here we feature recipes for a variety of breads, from classics like sourdough and cinnamon-raisin to Swedish rye and other international favorites. We even include a recipe for bread that requires no kneading. After you taste a warm slice of bread with sweet butter, you will understand why nothing surpasses the wonderful flavor and texture of a homemade loaf.