What You Need to Know
Enriched flour is flour with specific nutrients added to it. These nutrients include iron and B vitamins. Calcium may also be supplemented. The purpose of enriching flour is to replenish the nutrients in the flour to match the nutritional status of the unrefined product. This differentiates enrichment from fortification, which is the process of introducing new nutrients to a food.
Steps
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American Sandwich Bread (United States): Provides consistent texture and extended shelf life
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Mass-produced Pasta (Italy (industrial production)): Standardizes nutritional content across batches
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Commercial Cake Mixes (Global): Ensures uniform rise and texture in baked goods