Bread is versatile and can be used in many creative ways beyond sandwiches. Here are 10 ideas.

Bread soup uses stale bread as a base for a Tuscan salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and vinaigrette.

Bread pizza involves topping slices of bread with sauce, cheese, and toppings, then baking for a quick pizza.

Bread cubes can be used as a base for stuffing with herbs, vegetables, and broth for a savory side dish.

Garlic bread is made by spreading butter with garlic and herbs on bread, then baking until golden.

Panini are grilled pressed sandwiches with various fillings, made warm and crispy in a panini maker or skillet.

Bruschetta is toasted bread topped with a mixture of tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil.

Bread crumbs, made from processed stale bread, are great for coating dishes and adding texture to recipes.

Croutons are seasoned, cubed bread baked until crispy, perfect for soups and salads.

Bread pudding is made by baking stale bread with milk, eggs, sugar, and spices for a comforting dessert.

French toast is made by dipping bread in an egg, milk, and spice mixture, then cooking it on a griddle.