How is white bread made?
White bread is named for its color which is achieved by using white, as opposed to brown, whole-grain flour. What makes the preparation of white bread different from that of other breads is the use of white flour.IngredientsAccording the UK Federation of Bakers, white bread is made from yeast, salt, water, and white flour. Sometimes vegetable fats (e.g., olive oil, vegetable oil) are used in small quantities to keep the bread soft. Commercially produced breads are made with with bread improvers (flour treatment agents), vitamin C (absorbic acid), and preservatives like vinegar (acetic acid).Bread-making MethodsThe traditional method is bulk fermentation wherein ingredients are mixed together and left to ferment in a warm, moist environment for up to three hours. During this process, the consistency of the dough changes from dense to elastic and pliable. The dough is then shaped into the desired form, baked and cooled. The Chorleywood Bread Process is used by large producers and doesn’t
