Flour 101: different flour types and when to use them

Flour, in its many forms, is an essential ingredient and staple item that can be found in most household pantries and commercial kitchens. Flour is used in many recipes, from light sponge cakes, decadent pastries, thick sauces, delicious bread plus much more. And, now the choice of flour to choose from has become quite extensive. All the flour types can behave differently and can alter a recipe if the wrong flour is used or incorrectly substituted. Take time to understand the flours and you will be baking like a pro in no time.

Five types of flours and their uses 

 

Now you know what flour works best with certain dishes, you can put your skills to the test with these scrumptious recipes below.

Recipes to try 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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