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Here's Why The Bread In France Tastes So Much Better
BY CLAIRE REDDEN
Given how integral bread is to their life and culture, it's no wonder why French bread tastes better. There are several reasons why the bread has a superior taste.
One of the reasons is a law that prohibits a business from calling itself a boulangerie — a bakery — if the dough and bread aren't made in the same location.
This law ensures that bread is always freshly made on-site. Another reason for its superior taste is the quality of the ingredients used in a bread recipe.
Every loaf of French bread starts with quality French flour, which is milled with a lower ash content, meaning it has more grain and fewer extra ingredients.
French bakers also pay special attention to the yeast starter that's used. By caring for their starters for long periods, the dough can ferment.
After the fermentation process, the bakers then treat their dough with expert care, folding and kneading it gently to create and maintain its delicate texture.