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A '''list of breads''' encompasses a variety of baked goods made from dough, which is typically made from [[flour]] and [[water]], and often includes additional ingredients such as [[yeast]], [[salt]], and [[sugar]]. Breads are a staple food in many cultures and come in numerous forms, each with unique characteristics and preparation methods.
The '''list of breads''' encompasses a wide variety of baked goods made from [[flour]] and [[water]], usually by baking. Throughout history, bread has been a staple food in many cultures, and its forms and recipes have evolved over time. This article provides a detailed overview of different types of breads from around the world, highlighting their unique characteristics and cultural significance.


=== Types of Breads ===
==Types of Breads==


==== [[Sourdough]] ====
===Leavened Breads===
[[Sourdough]] is a type of bread made by the fermentation of dough using naturally occurring [[lactobacilli]] and [[yeast]]. It has a slightly sour taste due to the lactic acid produced during fermentation.
Leavened breads are those that have been allowed to rise using a [[leavening agent]], such as [[yeast]] or [[baking powder]].


==== [[Baguette]] ====
* '''[[Sourdough]]''': A type of bread made by the fermentation of dough using naturally occurring lactobacilli and yeast. It is known for its tangy flavor and chewy texture.
A [[baguette]] is a long, thin loaf of French bread that is known for its crispy crust and soft interior. It is often used for sandwiches or served with meals.
* '''[[Baguette]]''': A long, thin loaf of French bread that is known for its crisp crust and soft interior.
* '''[[Ciabatta]]''': An Italian white bread made from wheat flour and yeast, known for its open crumb and rustic appearance.
* '''[[Brioche]]''': A sweet, soft bread of French origin, enriched with butter and eggs.


==== [[Ciabatta]] ====
===Unleavened Breads===
[[Ciabatta]] is an Italian white bread made from wheat flour, water, salt, yeast, and olive oil. It has a broad, flat shape and a porous texture.
Unleavened breads are made without any leavening agents, resulting in a denser texture.


==== [[Rye bread]] ====
* '''[[Matzo]]''': A traditional Jewish unleavened bread eaten during Passover.
[[Rye bread]] is made with a combination of rye flour and wheat flour. It is denser than bread made from wheat flour alone and has a distinctive flavor.
* '''[[Tortilla]]''': A type of thin, flat bread made from corn or wheat, commonly used in Mexican cuisine.
* '''[[Roti]]''': An unleavened flatbread originating from the Indian subcontinent, made from whole wheat flour.


==== [[Pita]] ====
===Flatbreads===
[[Pita]] is a type of flatbread that is common in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. It is known for its pocket, which can be filled with various ingredients.
Flatbreads are typically thin and can be either leavened or unleavened.


==== [[Naan]] ====
* '''[[Naan]]''': A leavened, oven-baked flatbread found in the cuisines of Western Asia, South Asia, and the Caribbean.
[[Naan]] is a leavened, oven-baked flatbread found in the cuisines of Western Asia, South Asia, and the Caribbean. It is typically served hot and brushed with butter or ghee.
* '''[[Pita]]''': A soft, slightly leavened flatbread baked from wheat flour, common in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
* '''[[Lavash]]''': A soft, thin flatbread of Armenian origin, also popular in the Caucasus, Iran, and Turkey.


==== [[Focaccia]] ====
===Specialty Breads===
[[Focaccia]] is an Italian flatbread that is similar in style and texture to pizza dough. It is often seasoned with olive oil, salt, and herbs.
These breads are often associated with specific cultures or occasions.


==== [[Brioche]] ====
* '''[[Challah]]''': A special Jewish braided bread eaten on ceremonial occasions such as Shabbat and major Jewish holidays.
[[Brioche]] is a French bread that is highly enriched with butter and eggs, giving it a tender crumb and a rich flavor.
* '''[[Panettone]]''': An Italian type of sweet bread loaf originally from Milan, usually prepared and enjoyed for Christmas and New Year.
* '''[[Focaccia]]''': An Italian bread similar in style and texture to pizza dough, often seasoned with olive oil and herbs.


==== [[Challah]] ====
==Cultural Significance==
[[Challah]] is a special bread in Jewish cuisine, usually braided and typically eaten on ceremonial occasions such as [[Shabbat]] and major Jewish holidays.
Bread has played a significant role in the cultural and religious practices of many societies. It is often seen as a symbol of sustenance and community. For example, in Christianity, bread is used in the sacrament of the Eucharist, symbolizing the body of Christ. In many cultures, bread is a staple food that accompanies most meals, highlighting its importance in daily life.


==== [[Bagel]] ====
==Also see==
A [[bagel]] is a type of bread product originating in the Jewish communities of Poland. It is traditionally shaped by hand into the form of a ring and boiled before baking.
* [[List of pastries]]
* [[List of breakfast foods]]
* [[List of sandwiches]]
* [[List of desserts]]
* [[List of baked goods]]


==== [[Cornbread]] ====
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[[Cornbread]] is a type of quick bread containing cornmeal. It is a common bread in Southern United States cuisine.
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==== [[Lavash]] ====
[[Lavash]] is a soft, thin flatbread of Armenian origin, popular in the cuisines of the South Caucasus, Western Asia, and the areas surrounding the Caspian Sea.
 
==== [[Pretzel]] ====
A [[pretzel]] is a type of baked bread product traditionally twisted into a knot-like shape. It is commonly seasoned with coarse salt.
 
==== [[Roti]] ====
[[Roti]] is a round flatbread native to the Indian subcontinent, made from stoneground wholemeal flour, traditionally known as [[atta]].
 
==== [[Soda bread]] ====
[[Soda bread]] is a variety of quick bread traditionally made in a variety of cuisines in which [[baking soda]] is used as a leavening agent instead of yeast.
 
== Related Pages ==
* [[Bread]]
* [[Baking]]
* [[Yeast]]
* [[Flour]]
* [[Flatbread]]
* [[Quick bread]]
* [[Leavening agent]]


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The list of breads encompasses a wide variety of baked goods made from flour and water, usually by baking. Throughout history, bread has been a staple food in many cultures, and its forms and recipes have evolved over time. This article provides a detailed overview of different types of breads from around the world, highlighting their unique characteristics and cultural significance.

Types of Breads[edit]

Leavened Breads[edit]

Leavened breads are those that have been allowed to rise using a leavening agent, such as yeast or baking powder.

  • Sourdough: A type of bread made by the fermentation of dough using naturally occurring lactobacilli and yeast. It is known for its tangy flavor and chewy texture.
  • Baguette: A long, thin loaf of French bread that is known for its crisp crust and soft interior.
  • Ciabatta: An Italian white bread made from wheat flour and yeast, known for its open crumb and rustic appearance.
  • Brioche: A sweet, soft bread of French origin, enriched with butter and eggs.

Unleavened Breads[edit]

Unleavened breads are made without any leavening agents, resulting in a denser texture.

  • Matzo: A traditional Jewish unleavened bread eaten during Passover.
  • Tortilla: A type of thin, flat bread made from corn or wheat, commonly used in Mexican cuisine.
  • Roti: An unleavened flatbread originating from the Indian subcontinent, made from whole wheat flour.

Flatbreads[edit]

Flatbreads are typically thin and can be either leavened or unleavened.

  • Naan: A leavened, oven-baked flatbread found in the cuisines of Western Asia, South Asia, and the Caribbean.
  • Pita: A soft, slightly leavened flatbread baked from wheat flour, common in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
  • Lavash: A soft, thin flatbread of Armenian origin, also popular in the Caucasus, Iran, and Turkey.

Specialty Breads[edit]

These breads are often associated with specific cultures or occasions.

  • Challah: A special Jewish braided bread eaten on ceremonial occasions such as Shabbat and major Jewish holidays.
  • Panettone: An Italian type of sweet bread loaf originally from Milan, usually prepared and enjoyed for Christmas and New Year.
  • Focaccia: An Italian bread similar in style and texture to pizza dough, often seasoned with olive oil and herbs.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Bread has played a significant role in the cultural and religious practices of many societies. It is often seen as a symbol of sustenance and community. For example, in Christianity, bread is used in the sacrament of the Eucharist, symbolizing the body of Christ. In many cultures, bread is a staple food that accompanies most meals, highlighting its importance in daily life.

Also see[edit]

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