The modern baguette is a versatile ingredient in many dishes. From breakfast croissants to the classic French sandwich, the Croque-monsieur, to bruschetta topping to panzanella salad. The baguette was originally made to be a cheap and quickly produced alternative to other breads in early 20th century France. In WWII it was also used as a form of currency called "pain de marché", because of food shortages. Today, it's a staple and iconic food of French culture enjoyed around the world. Listen to see what yer missin and as always follow us for more, rate us if you don't hate us, and drop us a line for a good time on CulinaryConvo.com or [email protected]! Interested in supporting the show? Join our Patreon and become a cadet or collaborator today @ patreon.com/culinaryconvo