Day 289 of 365
October 16
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Food Science The History of Bread
Bread has been a dietary staple for at least 14,000 years. Ancient Egyptians discovered leavening, probably by accident. Different cultures developed distinct breads: baguettes, naan, tortillas. Industrialization transformed bread from artisan product to mass commodity.
💡 Did you know?
The expression 'best thing since sliced bread' refers to sliced bread being commercially sold only since 1928!
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