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Get ready to celebrate the versatile and essential ingredient of flour on March 20 for World Flour Day! Did you know that flour has been a staple in human diets since ancient times? From breads and pastries to pasta and pancakes, flour is used in countless delicious dishes around the world. On this special day, let's take a moment to appreciate all the hard work that goes into producing this important ingredient and enjoy some tasty treats made with it. So roll up your sleeves, dust off your apron, and get ready to celebrate all things flour!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>10000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of Flour</div><div class='timeline-text'>Early humans ground wild grains between stones to make the first primitive forms of flour.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>8000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cultivation of Wheat</div><div class='timeline-text'>Farmers began to cultivate wheat, a major source of flour, in Southwest Asia.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Industrial Milling</div><div class='timeline-text'>The invention of the steam engine revolutionized flour production, leading to industrial milling.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1879</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Roller Milling</div><div class='timeline-text'>The roller mill was invented, transforming flour production by allowing for mass production and finer grading.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First World Flour Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>World Flour Day was first celebrated to honor the versatile ingredient that is central to food production worldwide.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake your own bread</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get in touch with your inner baker and try making your own bread from scratch using different types of flour. Experiment with different recipes and see which one you like best.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a flour-themed dinner party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a dinner party where every dish must include flour as an ingredient. Get creative and see what delicious dishes everyone comes up with.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a local flour mill</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a tour of a local flour mill to learn about the process of turning grains into flour. You may even get to sample some freshly milled flour and purchase some to take home.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make homemade pasta</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use different types of flour to make your own homemade pasta. You can also experiment with adding herbs, spices, and other ingredients to create unique flavors.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a flour sack race</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get a group of friends together and have a friendly competition by organizing a flour sack race. This classic game will surely bring some fun and laughter to your World Flour Day celebration.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Flour is a staple in so many dishes</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>From breads and pastries to pasta and dumplings, flour is an essential ingredient in countless recipes. World Flour Day celebrates the versatility and importance of this ingredient in cuisines all around the world.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Food has a way of bringing people together, and flour is no exception. Whether it's baking with family or learning how different cultures use flour in their traditions, World Flour Day is a celebration of community and connection through food.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>You can get creative with it</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Flour isn't just for traditional recipes - it can also be used in unique and unexpected ways. From homemade play dough to DIY face masks, World Flour Day encourages thinking outside of the box and using flour in fun and unconventional ways.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Flour Can be Made From Various Grains & Not Just Wheat</h3><p class='facts-text'>While the term 'flour' often brings to mind wheat flour, it can also be milled from other grains like corn, rice, barley, and oats—each offering a unique flavor and texture to the final product.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bread Flour is Different from All-Purpose Flour</h3><p class='facts-text'>Bread flour has a higher protein content than all-purpose flour, resulting in more gluten development which gives bread its chewy texture.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Enriched Flour is Restored With Nutrients Lost During Milling</h3><p class='facts-text'>During the milling process, some vitamins and minerals are lost. Enriched flour has these elements added back into it, making it a nutritionally superior choice.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Whole Grain Flour Contains All Parts of the Grain</h3><p class='facts-text'>Whole grain flour includes all parts of the grain — the bran (outer layer), endosperm (middle layer), and germ (inner layer). This means you get more fiber and nutrients compared to refined flours.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Flour Must be Stored Correctly to Prolong Its Shelf Life</h3><p class='facts-text'>Flour should be kept in a cool, dry place and can even be stored in the freezer to prolong its life. Air-tight containers are best to prevent moisture and pests from spoiling the flour.</p></div></div>
World Flour Day is celebrated on March 20 every year. In 2024 World Flour Day will occur on a Wednesday.
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