Bread is such a staple of our diets that we barely even realize how ubiquitous it is. Enjoying a sandwich for lunch? Bread. What’s that on the side of your soup? Bread. And sprinkled on your salad?

Bread, a simple yet remarkable creation, has been a faithful companion to humanity for millennia. Whether it’s the comforting aroma of a fresh loaf wafting through a kitchen or the crispy exterior of ...