From Jersey Mike’s to Panera, these fast-food chains are serving up freshly baked, flavorful bread that takes their sandwiches to the next level.

I try to repay that in kind with really good bread.” Hofseth specializes in slow-fermented artisan sourdough breads, baguettes and other baked goods ... customers with fresh bread right ...

If bread is an afterthought to you, think again. North Jersey bakers are producing excellent sourdough, batard, rye and other breads worth your time.