Dough

Dough is a thick, malleable, sometimes elastic, paste made out of any grains, leguminous or chestnut crops. Dough is typically made by mixing flour with a small amount of water and/or other liquid, and sometimes includes yeast or other leavening agents as well as other ingredients such as various fats or flavorings.

Types of Dough

Dough is used to make many different foods. In fact, there are many different types of dough, including but not limited to:

• Bread Dough - This is the most common type of dough and is used to make bread. It typically includes flour, water, yeast, and salt.

• Pastry Dough - This type of dough is used to make pastries. It typically includes flour, fat (like butter or shortening), water, and sometimes sugar.

• Pizza Dough - This type of dough is used to make pizza crust. It typically includes flour, water, yeast, salt, and sometimes sugar and/or olive oil.

• Cookie Dough - This type of dough is used to make cookies. It typically includes flour, sugar, fat (like butter or shortening), eggs, and flavorings like vanilla or chocolate.

Preparation

The process of making dough involves the mixing of ingredients until the flour is converted into a stiff paste or dough, followed by baking or frying.

Health Aspects

While dough is a staple food in many diets, it is high in carbohydrates and can contribute to weight gain if eaten in excess. Some types of dough, like whole grain bread dough, can be a good source of fiber and other nutrients.

See Also

• Baking
• Flour
• Yeast
• Bread
• Pastry
• Pizza
• Cookie

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