I love bread.  I cannot have a meal without bread and it drives some of my family crazy.  It's a staple.  I make sure that I have enough bread for each of us to have atleast 2 pieces.  I buy artisan bread, slice enough for dinner and slice the remainder of the loaf.  I divide the loaf into portions for the next meal and freeze.  Most bakeries will slice it for you if you ask too.  This is a great way not to ever waste bread.  (We ate the first third at dinner tonight.)