Hi All:
I love how easy plastic bags work for proofing and storing bread, but I do not love that the are plastic. I try and reuse them as much as possible before throwing them out.
Anyone know if the are decent waxed paper bags available that are large enough to hold bigger loaves of bread?
Or any other type of reusable bio-based proofing or bread storage bags?
I think what you're looking for are non-waxed glassine paper bags. That's what bread was put in back in the 1950's in the old bakeries and Mom & Pop stores. Size and cost varies. Glassine used to also be used for photo negatives because they were non-stick and not waxed.
These bags are made of wood fiber put under great pressure and heat that some how produces a product that is water and grease resistant. You can also get waxed versions what may be cheaper but not quite the same.
I don't think this would be ideal for proofing, mostly for storage.
Dave
Probably not reusable but compostable kraft paper bags might do, like these (i have not tried them):
https://www.foodbizsupply.com/8-x-6-kraft-pla-window-bag
Otherwise, King Arthur has a washable and resusable bread bag with a washable liner bag but it's very expensive.
TomP
At about 1 per year - stick with plastic. Reusable and recyclable. You can find them anywhere - cost is minimal - and as a bonus you get the bread. Beware paper - or highly pourous wraps - they will dry things out. Enjoy!