Enriched Breads

By Mike Van CleveExploratory October 27, 2026

In class two, we cover enriched breads, which contain fats such as butter, eggs, other shortenings, or sweeteners to enhance the bread's flavor. Below is my favorite sandwich loaf recipe.

About the Author

Mike Van Cleve, Realtor® & Team Leader

A few highlights about my background...

Graduated from the University of Illinois in 2002 with a Bachelors in Architecture
Spent nearly six years living in Chicago practicing architecture, specializing in accessible design and consulting in the Americans with Disabilities and Fair Housing Act. Consulting clients including small business to Fortune 500 companies, Architects, and some of the nation's largest residential developers on compliance with accessible design and guidelines.
Relocated to Peoria, IL in 2007, continuing to practice architecture focusing on healthcare, education, and accessible design.
In 2011, transitioned into a career in residential construction and then obtaining his real estate license the following year.
Nominated for Peoria Area Association of Realtors Rookie of the Year in 2012
Named 2015 Distinguished Member for Community Service by the Peoria Area Association of Realtors
In the top 10% of agents in the Greater Peoria Area for sales volume.

I am active in the community coaching youth wheelchair basketball with the Peoria Wildcats alongside his wife Katie, as Chair of Advocates for Access Board of Directors, previously served as Chair and Vice Chair of the City of Peoria Mayor's Advisory Committee for Citizens with Disabilities, and numerous other Boards and volunteering endeavors. Together Katie and I have a ten-year-old daughter Maeve, and we live in a warehouse to home conversion near Bradley in Peoria, IL.