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Crispy Italian bread
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Crispy Italian bread is a type of bread characterized by its golden and extremely crunchy crust, while its interior remains soft and spongy. This bread is very versatile in the kitchen and is commonly used to accompany dishes, prepare bruschettas, soups, or as a base for sandwiches and tartines.
Its origin lies in Italy, where bread is a fundamental element in daily gastronomy. Crispy Italian bread is usually made with wheat flour, water, salt, and yeast, and is baked at a high temperature to achieve that distinctive crust that makes it so appealing.
Regarding its properties, this bread provides complex carbohydrates which are an important source of energy. Furthermore, depending on the type of flour used, it can contain fiber and small amounts of proteins and minerals. Being low in fat, it is a light option to complement various preparations.
In different regions of Latin America, crispy Italian bread may have different names, although there is no exact universal translation. However, some terms that could be used to refer to this type of bread or similar breads include: baguette, French bread, country bread, or simply rustic bread, depending on the country and the similarity to local breads.
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