The staple food: Bread
Bread is definitively the most important part of the Italian diet. Dating back to the earliest of times, bread has earned its place in every part of the human diet. Bread is the main ingredient in many Italian recipes for a side dish, appetizer, or tasty treat. The baguette, Sicilian panelle, potato rolls, simple dinner rolls, and garlic bread can all compliment any meal. Croutons are the perfect addition on top of a salad and when stuffed inside a turkey makes a savory stuffing. Bread crumbs are added to many recipes to provide substance.
No culture has perfected the uses of bread as the Italians have. Italian bread dipped in olive oil makes for the tastiest of snacks. The baguette, ciabata, and Tuscan breads are some of the varieties to pick from. Traditional Italian bread defines what bread is meant to be. Italian bread placed on the shelf of your neighborhood supermarket is light and pale. If available, traditional bread that is heavier
and crusty is preferable.
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