Good Friday Pretzels: A Historical Recipe
Did you know that Pretzels were originally a Lenten food and said to represent the Holy Trinity and Praying Hands?
Lenten Recipe
Lagana, Greek Flatbread
Lagana is a traditional Greek flatbread commonly baked on Clean Monday, marking the start of Lent. The recipe adapts familiar Indian flatbread ingredients, incorporating yeast for a soft texture. Typically oval-shaped and topped with sesame seeds, Lagana symbolizes spiritual cleansing and abstinence while being enjoyed with family during Lent.