Plain, white bread lacks vitamins and minerals and consequently has given bread a bad reputation. But, not all breads are created equal and luckily there are many ways to make bread with added ingredients that not only taste delicious, but are good for you. Here are five yummy breads that can be made quickly and easily in your own kitchen at Picatinny Arsenal Family Housing.

-        Banana bread is one of the most common sweet breads. Mashed bananas add potassium and other nutrients as well as a tantalizing flavor that improves as the fruit sugars caramelize during the baking process. To cut down on sugar and fat, use applesauce to moisten the bread instead of butter.

-        Pumpkin bread is another very popular bread. The unique flavor of the pumpkin adds an autumnal bite to the loaf. You can use canned pumpkin pie filling if you don’t want to go through the hassle of preparing the pumpkin.  To season, all cinnamon and nutmeg to give the bread a truly "holiday" taste.

-        Zucchini bread is an excellent way to repurpose this squash. Any home gardener knows how quickly this plant grows, and making bread from it lets you transform it into something just about anybody will eat. Shred the thick flesh on the outside, but discard the seedy, soft core. And don't worry: the bread tastes delicious – not like vegetables at all!

-        If you’re tired of regular breads, consider using another grain as the base. Rice flour can make a light, fluffy bread that is good for people with gluten allergies, and cornbread is a delicious Southern classic. Or simply prepare the above breads with whole wheat flour instead of white flour.

-        Repurpose leftovers. If you have leftover mashed potatoes, consider mixing them in to your bread dough to make classic potato bread.This crusty, savory mixture is excellent for dipping in soup.