flour
Refined wheat flour is primarily carbohydrates (starch) with moderate protein content; whole wheat flour retains bran and germ, providing additional fiber, B vitamins, and minerals. Enriched flours have synthetic vitamins and minerals added to restore nutrients lost during refining.
About
Flour is a fine powder produced by grinding cereal grains, legumes, or other starchy plants into a meal and then refining it to remove coarser particles. Wheat flour, the most common variety in Western cuisines, derives from the endosperm of wheat berries (Triticum aestivum or related species) and contains the starch, proteins (particularly gluten), and nutrients that make it suitable for baking and cooking. The character of flour varies significantly based on the wheat variety used, milling process, and degree of refinement; whole wheat flour retains the bran and germ, while all-purpose and bread flours are refined endosperm products with varying protein content (typically 10-14% protein). Regional traditions employ flour from diverse sources: rice flour in East and Southeast Asian cuisines, corn flour in the Americas, rye flour in Northern Europe, and chickpea flour in South Asian cuisines.
Culinary Uses
Flour functions as a foundational ingredient across global cuisines, serving as the primary structural component in breads, pastries, pasta, and batters. In baking, the protein networks formed during hydration and kneading (particularly gluten in wheat flour) develop elasticity and strength essential to leavened breads, tender cakes, and crisp pastries. Flour thickens sauces, stews, and gravies through the starch gelatinization that occurs during cooking, and it serves as a coating for fried foods, providing crispness and sealing moisture. Different flour types are matched to specific applications: bread flour (high protein) for chewy loaves, cake flour (low protein) for tender crumbs, and all-purpose flour for versatile everyday cooking.
Recipes Using flour (2,266)
Bløtkake
Bløtkake is a traditional Norwegian dessert, usually reserved for special occasions such as birthdays. It is also served on Norway's national day, May 17th.
Bløtkake
Bløtkake is a traditional Norwegian dessert, usually reserved for special occasions such as birthdays. It is also served on Norway's national day, May 17th.
Blueberry Buckle
A nice canadian dessert recipe by Helen O'Blenis. Tastes great and easy to create !
Blueberry Cobbler
Farmers' Market Recipes by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resouces, public domain government resource—original source of recipe Cook Time: About an hour Serves: 8
Blueberry Cobbler II
Blueberry Cobbler II from the Recidemia collection
Blueberry Crumb Bars
This recipe came from the Hartman Estate Sale. It was obtained it as part of the purchase of the Family Collection from the Hartman Estate in Arlington, Texas in 1984.
Blueberry Grunt Recipe
Blueberry Grunt Recipe from the Recidemia collection
Blueberry muffin
are a pastry common in many parts of the world.
Blueberry Muffins II
Blueberry Muffins II from the Recidemia collection
Blueberry Oat Muffins
Blueberry Oat Muffins from the Recidemia collection
Blueberry Rolls
Blueberry Rolls from the Recidemia collection
Blueberry Soy Pancakes
Blueberry Soy Pancakes from the Recidemia collection
Blueberry Streusel Soy Muffins
Blueberry Streusel Soy Muffins from the Recidemia collection
Blue Corncob Bread
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Blue Corn Flapjacks
Contributed by [http://www.fns.usda.gov/fdd/recipes/hhp/fdpir-cookbk_river1.pdf A River of Recipes:
Blue Corn Muffins
A River of Recipes: Native American Recipes Using Commodity Foods by the USDA Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, public domain government resource—original source of recipe
Blue Corn Scones
Blue Corn Scones A River of Recipes: Native American Recipes Using Commodity Foods by the USDA Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations, public domain government resource—original source of recipe Serves: 8
Blue Draws
Boeuf Bourguignon
(French for Burgundy beef) is a well known, traditional French stew prepared with beef braised in red wine (originally Burgundy wine) and beef broth, flavored with garlic, onions, carrots, a bouquet garni a
Bohemian Girl Mac 'n Cheese
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Bohmische Omeletten
Bohemian Omelets. 2 servings.
Boiled Beef with Tomato Sauce
In Romanian: Rasol cu sos de rosii
Boiled Custard Eggnog
Boiled Custard Eggnog from the Recidemia collection
Bojti Halikraleves
Spawn (fish roe) soup for Lent
Bolivian Chowder
Bolivian Chowder from the Recidemia collection
Bollos
Bollos from the Recidemia collection
Bolo Polana
Cashew and potato cake
Bonelos Manglo
36 donuts. 25 minutes cooking time.
Bonfire Warmer Soup
Bonfire Warmer Soup This is most enjoyable on a damp, chilly, miserable weather night, when you have a roaring fire in your fireplace.
Boston Cookies
Boston Cookies from the Recidemia collection
Boterkoek
Butter cake. A rich full cake with a strong butter taste.
Botersaus (fijne versie)
This butter sauce is the richer version of the Botersaus. It goes well with fish, chicory, eggs, asparagus, endives or spinach and garden peas.
Braised Shortribs
Shortribs cooked in beef broth with aromatic herbs and vegetables makes a fork-tender, flavorful entrée.
Bramborove Knedliky
Potato dumplings.
Brandy Tart
Brandy Tart from the Recidemia collection
Bran Muffins
A delicious muffin recipe that makes an excellent breakfast.
Brazilian Bolo Bedbado Drunken Cake
Brazilian Bolo Bedbado Drunken Cake from the Recidemia collection
Breaded Chicken
In Romanian: Pui pane
Bread Machine English Muffins
Write a description of your recipe here. If you don't have one, you can delete this section. These freeze well and can be reheated in the microwave or toasted.
Breakfast Bakes
Breakfast Bakes from the Recidemia collection
Breast of Chicken Toledo
This recipe came from an estate sale. I obtained it when I purchased the family collection from the Henson Estate in Dallas, Texas in 1982.
Breezy Fruit Cobbler
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Bremer County Rhubarb Pizza
Contributed by [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catsrecipes/ Catsrecipes Y-Group]
Brioches or Madeleines
In Romanian: Briosi sau madlene
British Scones
British Scones from the Recidemia collection
Broa Doce
This Portuguese sweet bread Codfish cakes is a nuts recipe is totally different because contrary to the usual style of using canned chickpeas this starts off with dried chickpeas. They can be spiced with any combination of spices you enjoy.
Broccoli and Rice Casserole
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Broccoli Cheese Soup
I love broccoli cheese soup, but I am a really picky eater and I never found a recipe that I completely liked, so a couple of years ago I combined what I liked out of three different recipes and came up with this one. Even the kids request it often.
Broccoli-Corn Bake
Broccoli-Corn Bake from the Recidemia collection
Broccoli in Lemon Sauce
Broccoli in Lemon Sauce from the Recidemia collection