Spread (food)
Spread (food)
A Spread (pronounced: /sprɛd/) is a type of food that is spread, generally with a knife, onto foods such as bread and crackers. Spreads are added to food to enhance the flavor or texture of the food, which may be considered bland without it.
Etymology
The term "spread" has been used to describe food substances since the 13th century; it is derived from the Old English word -sprǣdan-.
Types of Spreads
There are many different types of spreads, including Butter, cheese spreads, fruit spreads, Honey, and yeast spreads. Each type of spread has a different texture and flavor that can enhance the food it is spread on.
Butter
Butter is a dairy product made from the fat and protein components of milk or cream. It is a semi-solid emulsion at room temperature, but melts to a liquid consistency at higher temperatures.
Cheese Spreads
Cheese spreads are made from cheese (often cream cheese or ricotta) and can be spread onto foods such as bread and crackers.
Fruit Preserves
Fruit preserves include jams, jellies, and marmalades, all of which are sweet spreads made from fruit.
Honey
Honey is a sweet, viscous food substance made by bees and some related insects. It is often used as a spread on bread and other foods.
Yeast Spreads
Yeast extract spreads are common in British and Australian diets and include products such as Marmite and Vegemite.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spread (food)
- Wikipedia's article - Spread (food)
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