Is the cook function a good alternative for baking?

Yes, The cook function bakes. The baker goes over the temperature is 300 degrees. The default baking time is thirty minutes, but this can be changed if necessary.

Does this bread maker produce sourdough bread?

Yes, you can make different types of bread. Including sourdough bread. It's very easy and fasts with this bread maker.

Is it okay to use your AP flour for that?

You can only use All Purpose flour in this appliance if your recipe is asking for it! Bread flour can be easily found in your grocery stores. I cannot recommend using any of the recipes that came with the appliance, I have tried and did not experience success after making my own few.

How does the mix option work? Is it like a stand mixer?

Unlike a stand mixer, the menu of a bread maker contains aspirations. I use mine to make cookies and bread, making use of my oven after the cookies are baked or Ienqueue them in the sheet cake pan after I have prepared the rolls. It makes the job emerge for you. My bread tastes the best.

Elite Gourmet Programmable Bread Maker (Tested & Reviewed)