The Fig: the delightful fruit of September and how to incorporate it into your menu

With summer still making its presence felt, September arrives bringing its own delights. One of these is the fruit that appears at the beginning of autumn, such as figs. And while dried figs can be enjoyed throughout the year, fresh figs have a much shorter season.

As a source of valuable nutrients, this delicious fruit contains a range of beneficial elements such as dietary fiber, calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron. As a result, no matter how it is used or prepared in a recipe, it guarantees a healthy final product. The technical team at Loulis Mills suggests preparing slow-fermentation bread with figs and walnuts. Use dark wholemeal flour made from soft wheat, suitable for both artisanal and industrial production, and ideal for blending with other flours. It typically gives the crumb a very dark color and a high bran content. This product is particularly beneficial for professionals, also offering cost savings thanks to its high absorption capacity and the extended shelf life it provides to bread.

The combination of figs and walnuts creates a perfectly balanced flavor in the bread, as the rich taste of walnuts complements the sweet and slightly tangy flavor of figs, resulting in a unique and enjoyable pairing. This type of bread is highly versatile, as it can be consumed in many different ways. Suggest to your customers that they enjoy it with butter and jam for breakfast, or as an accompaniment to their main meal.

Beyond its great taste, slow-fermentation bread with figs and walnuts is also especially beneficial for health. The high fiber content of figs supports proper digestive function, as fiber helps regulate digestion and the absorption of nutrients by the body. Additionally, the antioxidant properties of figs contribute to reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and other health conditions.

Take advantage of the flavors that September brings and transform them into distinctive culinary offerings that will impress your customers. With figs providing valuable dietary fiber and walnuts enriching the bread nutritionally, this proposal represents a healthy choice for everyday nutrition.

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