The most popular leavening agents in the baking industry are yeast and baking powder. They realize almost the same result in bread and pastry. They both incorporate carbon dioxide gas bubbles in the dough and help it to rise thereby, leading to a fluffy and airy end product. But, are the two agents at parity …
Bread contains a significant amount of nutrients our bodies require for health, maintenance, well-being, and growth. These products provide an excellent source of nutrients as carbohydrates, minerals, fiber, protein, and vitamins. All bread products have some nutritional value, and the differences in them are not significant as long as we eat a balanced diet along …
Can undercooked bread make you sick? This is a reasonable question given that most of us know raw dough of all forms can make us ill. Let’s look at some of the cases where undercooked bread will make you ill and the occasions when you may be able to fix it or eat it safely. …
Does bread go bad? It can, and more importantly, it can go bad a number of ways. We’ll discuss tips for knowing when bread has gone bad and how to extend its shelf life. How do expiration dates relate to when the bread goes bad? Modern factory made bread contains preservatives. This means the expiration …
A lot is circulating online about the benefits of eating stale or sour loaves. In one way it is linked to colon cancer curative measures. To some, it is a therapeutic measure to abnormal body temperatures, sugar level, body acidity level, and other health-related problems. And, since disposing of the old yeasty treasures can be …
With the skyrocketing number of gluten-free sandwiches, you may be left wondering whether what you consume from the shelves is ideal for human health. It is no doubt that various governments are padding their wallets with sales from GMO products. On the other hand, it is not quite easy to home-bake a good sandwich with …
When the passion for sourdough bread started to take shape, I wanted my furry friend to also enjoy the wonderful taste of this bread and its health benefits. When I adopted my first puppy and brought him home I had no idea what I should and should not give him. All I knew for certain …
