Bark bread
Bark Bread
Bark bread (pronunciation: /bɑːrk bred/) is a type of bread that incorporates tree bark as an ingredient. The practice of making bark bread has been prevalent in various cultures, particularly during times of food scarcity.
Etymology
The term "bark bread" is derived from the English words "bark", referring to the protective outer covering of a tree, and "bread", a staple food prepared from a dough of flour and water.
History
Bark bread has been a survival food in various cultures, particularly during times of famine or food scarcity. The bark, usually from pine trees, was ground into a flour-like substance and mixed with other available grains to produce bread. This practice was common in Scandinavia, particularly in Finland, during the famine years of the 19th century.
Preparation
The preparation of bark bread involves the collection of tree bark, preferably from pine trees. The bark is then dried and ground into a flour-like substance. This bark flour is then mixed with other available grains or flour to produce a dough, which is then baked to produce bread.
Related Terms
- Bread: A staple food prepared from a dough of flour and water.
- Famine: An extreme scarcity of food.
- Pine Tree: A type of tree from which the bark is commonly used in the preparation of bark bread.
- Scandinavia: A region in Northern Europe, where the practice of making bark bread was common during the famine years of the 19th century.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bark bread
- Wikipedia's article - Bark bread
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