We have come across a lot of bread recipes online but nothing beats the simplicity and goodness that a bread gives. This humble loaf that humans have consumed for ages has been considered an accessible and affordable source of nutrition with basic ingredients. We often come across phrases as “break bread” or “bread and butter” all signify how often this mighty bread has taken its presence in our lives
However the current day bread has evolved more than just being a staple there are never ending recipes with different types of bread. Having said that , I would like to respectfully share the best combinations that, in my opinion, transform this modest canvas into a delightful masterpiece of flavours.
List of recipes that would jazz up your bread game :
The most come way to consume bread is through toast or a side for every meal but with the right ingredients we can convert this bread into a wholesome meal .let’s dive into the various bread recipes
1.Savoury sweet
Jam and Ricotta :
When you wake up in the morning and want to have a sweet breakfast but not too sweet, this jam and ricotta is the best recipe for you. A fluffy bread with a crust buttered on both sides to toast until it is golden brown . then carefully lather it with a simple layer of ricotta and top it of with homemade berry jam specifically raspberry and enjoy.
Cheese and honey
Cheese and honey is by far my favourite combination in sweet and savoury category. Take a nicely toasted bread add some blue cheese and slowly drizzle some honey over the top.if you are someone who do not like blue cheese opt for goat cheese instead this bread recipe
Brie and fig
Another combination that works well is brie and fig. The soft salty cheese combined with the fruit is perfectly balanced on flavour , placed in top of a warm toasted bread
2.Type of toast : open
Mushroom tartines
Tartines are essentially open toasts where toppings and placed on a decent slice of bread
If you like mushrooms you are in for a treat. These mushrooms cooked in butter seasoned well and topped on a bread the crusty on the outside but as you bite into it has a fluffy interior with the mushrooms on top as if you are in the forest and on to a little adventure
Tomato and cheese tartines
I believe you can see this type of tartine in various methods or by various names
Slowly charr (not burn) some cherry tomatoes cut side down ,lay out a sourdough bread slice toasted well on both sides, add feta and mozzarella on the bread add the tomatoes garnish with chilli flakes
3.Condiments :
Confit garlic
This is often seen in social media nowadays ,confit garlic is one of the most easiest way to take your bread on a whole new level.taking 2 heads of garlic peeled and submerged in oil about half to one cup (any preferred oil) slow cooked for 40 mins to 1 hour on low heat gives this condiment that just sublime on bread in my opinion
Compound butter
Another popular preparation is compound butter. There is never a thing called too much butter that lives up to that so if you do not like too much butter this may not be for you. Take a stick of butter(room temp) , add seasonings (herbs and spices)of your choice (you can add even a bit of cheese ), mix it ,portion and freeze it .Trust me it goes well with just about anything. Where you need butter for savoury dishes add this instead
Chilli oil
Chilli oil can give up the hit of spice to your normal toast.If you are a person who enjoys spicy foods or want to add a bit of spice to your toasts go ahead and knock yourself with some chilli oil in this bread recipe
Butter : nut
The classic topping for your toast nut butter.howvwer peanut butter is not the only choice of spread for bread you can create different nut butter with various types of nuts that are yet to be noticed by your taste buds
4.with odds and ends :
Bread crumbs/ croutons
The most common thing we do with leftover bread .toasted in the oven this can transform the bread to be a part of a whole new dish severed in soups and salads croutons as well as coating dishes in order to give a crispy exterior or crunch we love bread in various ways
Bread pudding
This recipe is perfect when you crave for custard like desserts.crack a couple of eggs and beat along with some milk sugar and vanilla essence poured over a greased dish with torn pieces of bread and simply baked to perfection.you can even drizzle over some caramel sauce if had handy in this bread recipe
Desi bread preparation
This is the most popular leftover recipe for Indian moms and this dish brings a lot of childhood memories It starts by adding chopped onions and tomatoes and indian spices along with some veggies and cut pieces of bread all tossed and garnished with some coriander leaves
Conclusion
Bread a simple food acts a canvas to create a whole new world of recipes. I hope this blog gets you inspired and motivates you to try out your own creation apart from the recipes shared in this blog