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Protein, Ash Content, Falling Number: What Do They Mean?

Protein, Ash Content, Falling Number: What Do They Mean?

Davis Smith

TLDR: These metrics can give you an idea of how a flour will perform during baking or cooking, but it is nowhere near a complete picture of what a flour is capable of. The best way to tell how a flour performs is to use it.

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Ash Bran Endosperm Falling Number Flour Germ Protein
What do the Terms

What do the Terms "Whole Wheat" and "Whole Grain" Mean?

Davis Smith
"Whole wheat" and "whole grain" (or "wholemeal" in other parts of the world) are terms that get thrown around a lot. They may seem like a buzzwords like "artisan" but it actually has a specific meaning and can tell you a lot about the flour you're purchasing. Here's a quick rundown of what these terms mean.

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Bran Chaff Endosperm Flour Germ Whole Grain Whole Wheat Wholemeal