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Brioche Bread
This classic French favorite is sort of a cross between pastry and savory. The recipe dates back to the 15th century with first appearances in 1404. It is believed to have originated in Normandy and quickly became a symbol of wealth because of the large amounts of butter and eggs, which were not readily available to the masses (Remember Marie Antoinette, the last Queen of France...Let them eat cake...or bread!). Although she was a ruthless Queen, that phrase has not been directly attributed to her and many scholars believe there is no evidence to support she ever said that, but Brioche is rich, a little sweet and has a very tender, almost crumbly crumb or interior.
