Pane carasau facts for kids
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| Type | Flatbread |
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| Place of origin | Sardinia |
| Main ingredients | Durum wheat flour, salt, yeast, water |
Pane carasau is a very old and special kind of flatbread from Sardinia, an island in Italy. Its name means "toasted bread" in the Sardinian language. People sometimes call it carta da musica in Italian, which means "sheet music." This is because it is so thin, like a piece of paper. Some say you can even read music through it before it's cooked! This bread is often eaten with pecorino cheese and wine.
What is Pane Carasau?
Pane carasau is a thin and crispy bread. It is usually shaped like a large circle, about half a meter wide. It is made from durum wheat flour, salt, yeast, and water.
How is it Made?
Making pane carasau is a special process. First, a flat bread is baked. Then, this baked bread is carefully separated into two very thin sheets. These two sheets are then baked again. This second baking makes the bread extra crispy and gives it its unique texture.
A Bread for Shepherds
The recipe for pane carasau is very old. It was created a long time ago for shepherds. Shepherds often stayed far from home for many months. Pane carasau was perfect for them because it can last for up to one year if kept dry. This meant they always had food with them. You can eat this bread dry, or you can make it soft by wetting it with water, wine, or sauces. There is also a similar bread called pane guttiau. It is made without yeast and has extra seasoning.
Ancient History
We know that pane carasau is very old because pieces of it have been found. Archeologists found remains of this bread in ancient stone buildings called nuraghes in Sardinia. This shows that people were eating pane carasau on the island even before 1000 BC!
See also
In Spanish: Pane carasau para niños
