Chleb pumpernikiel
Description
Pumpernickel bread is a dark, dense bread with a moist, compact crumb and a sweet-earthy, slightly caramel aroma, often featuring a shiny crust and a fine crumb interior. It stands out with its intense brown-black color resulting from the use of rye flours, caramel, or molasses, as well as a long baking process. Nutritionally, pumpernickel provides complex carbohydrates with a low glycemic index, a good amount of fiber, B vitamins, and minerals such as iron and magnesium, which support feelings of fullness, digestion, and blood sugar stabilization. In the kitchen, it pairs well with fatty fish, pâtés, aged cheeses, as a base for savory sandwiches and finger foods, as well as for toasts and salads. It is best stored wrapped in a linen cloth or paper at room temperature for a few days; longer storage requires freezing sliced pieces, and it should be avoided being packed in plastic for extended periods, as this promotes moisture and mold.
