Bread

• What is bread classified as in terms of food categories?

  Bread is a staple food.
• What are staple foods?


  Staple foods are foods that form a major part of our diets and are eaten often.
• What are some of the different breads available in Britain?

  • White bread
  • Brown bread
  • Wholemeal bread
  • French bread
  • Baguette
  • Turkey bread
• How do different types of bread vary?

  Different breads have different textures, aromas, tastes, and colours.
• What is a common characteristic of white bread?


  White bread is soft.
• In what ways can bread be consumed?

  • Eaten on its own
  • With soups, stews, or salads
  • Made into bread pudding with stale bread
  • As a base for sandwiches (sweet or savory)
• What can be added to bread to change its flavors?

  Add ingredients like nuts, seeds, dried fruit, herbs, and spices.
• How do added ingredients affect bread?


  They change the texture, colour, and flavour of the bread.
• What are the basic ingredients needed to make bread?

  • Flour
  • Water
  • Yeast
  • Salt
  • Sugar
  • Other optional ingredients (e.g., dried fruits, nuts, seeds, spices)
• What is the nutritional value of bread?


  Bread is very nutritious and a good source of protein, amino acids, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and calories.
• What should frozen bread do before it can be used?


  Frozen bread needs to be thawed.
• What happens to fresh bread when exposed to air?


  Fresh bread with moisture and wheat is exposed to air.
• How should cut slices of bread be stored?


  They should be placed in sealed packaging.
• What is the process for slicing frozen bread?


  This bread is frozen just before slicing, and the cut surface is then immediately baked and frozen.
• What is the benefit of immediately baking and freezing the cut surface of bread?


  It helps keep the shape and provides soft, uncompressed slicing during eating.
• How should bread from shops be stored to maintain freshness?

  • Wrapped in plastic
  • Stored in a dry place
  • Avoid moisture to prevent mould