“I read the article but still don’t know.”
Funny, I had the same impression. A few paragraphs down when I realized I was reading words cleverly linked together to give a false impression of providing actual information, I looked at the source. Eureka. The Atlantic?
Left the site immediately.
The title suggest research into “what ancient bread tasted like.” Other than tangential theories about using a spice (roasted coriander) and various animal fats to prevent sticking to the clay pot, I’m really no closer to knowing what ancient bread ‘tasted like’. I’m sure that the ancient yeast didn’t really do much for the bread’s flavor as it’s only a leavening agent.