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Graham Flour[edit]

Graham flour

Graham flour is a type of whole wheat flour named after Sylvester Graham, a 19th-century American dietary reformer. It is made from wheat that is ground more coarsely than traditional whole wheat flour, retaining all parts of the wheat kernel: the bran, germ, and endosperm.

History[edit]

Graham flour was developed in the early 19th century as part of the Graham diet, which emphasized whole grains and vegetarianism. Sylvester Graham believed that a diet based on whole grains and fresh produce was essential for maintaining health and preventing disease. His advocacy for whole grain flour was part of a broader movement towards health reform and temperance during that era.

Production[edit]

The production of Graham flour involves milling the entire wheat kernel, which preserves the natural oils and nutrients found in the wheat germ and bran. This process results in a flour that is coarser in texture compared to refined white flour, which has the bran and germ removed. The coarseness of Graham flour gives it a distinctive texture and flavor, making it suitable for certain types of baking.

Uses[edit]

Graham flour is commonly used in the preparation of graham crackers, a popular snack that was originally created as a health food. It is also used in breads, muffins, and other baked goods where a hearty, nutty flavor is desired. Due to its coarse texture, it is often combined with other flours to improve the texture of the final product.

Nutritional Benefits[edit]

As a whole grain flour, Graham flour retains the nutritional benefits of the entire wheat kernel. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, including iron, magnesium, and B vitamins. The presence of fiber aids in digestion and helps maintain blood sugar levels, making it a healthier alternative to refined flours.

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-'''Graham Crackers'''
+== Graham Flour ==
-[[Graham crackers]] are a type of [[biscuit]] made from 'graham flour'. They are named after [[Sylvester Graham]], a minister who was an early advocate for dietary reform. Graham crackers are commonly used in the United States as an ingredient in desserts, such as [[pie crusts]] and [[smores]].
+[[File:Graham_flour.jpg|thumb|right|Graham flour]]
+'''Graham flour''' is a type of [[whole wheat flour]] named after [[Sylvester Graham]], a 19th-century American dietary reformer. It is made from [[wheat]] that is ground more coarsely than traditional whole wheat flour, retaining all parts of the wheat kernel: the [[bran]], [[germ]], and [[endosperm]].
 == History ==
-[[Sylvester Graham]], a 19th-century minister, developed the original recipe for graham crackers as part of his [[Graham Diet]]. This diet was designed to suppress what he believed were unhealthy carnal urges, the source of many maladies according to Graham. His followers, known as Grahamites, adhered to his diet and lifestyle recommendations.
+Graham flour was developed in the early 19th century as part of the [[Graham diet]], which emphasized whole grains and vegetarianism. Sylvester Graham believed that a diet based on whole grains and fresh produce was essential for maintaining health and preventing disease. His advocacy for whole grain flour was part of a broader movement towards [[health reform]] and [[temperance]] during that era.
 == Production ==
-Graham crackers are made from graham flour, a type of flour that is not refined and includes all parts of the [[wheat kernel]]. The crackers are sweetened, often with honey or molasses. They are typically baked until they are hard and crunchy.
+The production of Graham flour involves milling the entire wheat kernel, which preserves the natural oils and nutrients found in the wheat germ and bran. This process results in a flour that is coarser in texture compared to refined white flour, which has the bran and germ removed. The coarseness of Graham flour gives it a distinctive texture and flavor, making it suitable for certain types of [[baking]].
 == Uses ==
-Graham crackers are often used in baking. They are a key ingredient in many pie crust recipes, particularly for [[cheesecake]] and [[key lime pie]]. They are also used to make the popular campfire treat, [[smores]], where they sandwich a piece of chocolate and a roasted marshmallow.
+Graham flour is commonly used in the preparation of [[graham crackers]], a popular snack that was originally created as a health food. It is also used in [[breads]], [[muffins]], and other baked goods where a hearty, nutty flavor is desired. Due to its coarse texture, it is often combined with other flours to improve the texture of the final product.
-== Nutritional Value ==
+== Nutritional Benefits ==
-Graham crackers are a source of whole grains, and as such, they provide dietary fiber. However, they also contain added sugars, which can contribute to increased calorie intake if consumed in excess.
+As a whole grain flour, Graham flour retains the nutritional benefits of the entire wheat kernel. It is a good source of [[dietary fiber]], [[vitamins]], and [[minerals]], including [[iron]], [[magnesium]], and [[B vitamins]]. The presence of fiber aids in [[digestion]] and helps maintain [[blood sugar]] levels, making it a healthier alternative to refined flours.
-== See Also ==
+== Related Pages ==
+* [[Whole wheat flour]]
 * [[Sylvester Graham]]
-* [[Graham Diet]]
+* [[Graham cracker]]
-* [[Smores]]
+* [[Whole grain]]
-* [[Pie Crust]]
-[[Category:Food]]
+[[Category:Flour]]
-[[Category:Biscuits]]
+[[Category:Whole grains]]
-[[Category:American cuisine]]
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