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Easter
Some of the world's great breads were born to celebrate Easter. I know, I know--I said I wasn't going to have any information about breads on this site. I am making a wee Easter egg-ception (sorry; couldn't help myself). So sue me. After you lick that icing from that hot cross bun off your fingers.
Here's something to remember: most all Easter breads have ingredients that are symbolic:
- Eggs symbolize rebirth and renewal.
- Honey and other sweeteners symbolize the sweetness of life.
- Poppy seeds symbolize the "blessed sleep of the dead." I don't so much love that one, but I did enjoy that line from The Wizard of Oz, "Poppies will make them sleep!"
At any rate, lean doughs were for lean times and enriched doughs were for celebrating. Start your own Easter tradition with a basic sweet dough recipe and use add-ins that are significant to you. Or, make a classic. There are plenty from around the world. Here's a list to get you started.
Photo credits: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7
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