I love fresh bread too. The problem is that when I make 2 or more loaves we don't get to it while it's still fresh. So I "have" to give it away. It's a great way for our neighbors to like me. I think it would be impossible to make just one loaf - hardly worth the effort. My daughter and husband are coming this weekend. He will be my slave for the whole stay if I make him fresh bread. And kneel at my feet if I also fry some into a scone. Ahh ha, I need leaves raked. . . . .