A guide for using the most common types of flour for baking and cooking. Learn about the role of gluten in the texture development of your favorite foods. Gain helpful tips on how to select flours for recipes. Using flour can seem like a simple task. That is until you get to the supermarket and are suddenly faced with multiple varieties. A less thorough recipe may merely ask for flour, so it's up to you to figure out which type is best for your needs. The selection process comes down to what's being made and whether you want to add