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Genuine Sourdough 100% Spelt Bread
Over the past five years we have had an increasing number of inquiries regarding the availability of Spelt Bread as people become more aware and concerned about wheat allergies and wheat intolerance. Our response has been to develop a nutritious, flavoursome, well-structured genuine sourdough Spelt Bread.
Spelt is an ancient grain related to common wheat grain but with sufficient difference in a number of its properties to allow its consumption to be tolerated by many consumers with wheat sensitivities. Spelt does contain gluten but international research has shown that it can be consumed by many people who are normally gluten intolerant. It is believed this is due to the fact that larger amounts of protein available in spelt flour are more soluble therefore making them easier to digest. This increased level of digestibility is further enhanced by our genuine sourdough production techniques. These techniques allow us to make all our sourdough breads using wild natural yeasts in our sourdough cultures without the use of commercial yeasts. It is only with genuine sourdough that all breads are made more digestible.
By its very nature, spelt is wholefood. Unlike wheat, the main nutritional characteristics are contained in the inner kernel of the grain. In wheat flour production some nutritional bran and germ on the outer part of the grain are often removed in the milling operation.
Our genuine sourough Spelt Bread is a soft textured loaf with a sweet nutty flavour and great keeping qualities. It doesn't shed crumbs when it is sliced and browns lightly when toasted. We have kept a loaf on the kitchen bench for more than seven days and it has kept its flavour and texture. It is also perfectly fine to freeze.
Please enjoy our genuine 100% Spelt Bread as you would any other bread in our range. It makes a wonderful sandwich, great toast and will accompany many foods.
New Norcia Genuine Sourdough 100% Spelt Bread is available for around $7.00 wherever New Norcia Bread is sold and is served in some progressive cafes.
For more information, contact our office on (08) 9249 4440, or email service@newnorciabaker.com.au