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One may notice that the inclusion of bread, a typical thickening agent in medieval sauces, seems unusual but underscores how essential grains were to the culinary practices of the time. Once completed, the dish is served with roasted chestnuts, mirroring the medieval dining experience while evoking a sense of nostalgia for an era long gone.
The Myth of Longevity: Exploring Templar Life Expectancy
In examining the dietary practices of the Knights Templar, one is drawn to the allure of their purported robust health. Allegations persist that Templars led longer lives than the average person in the Middle Ages, often reaching ages into their sixties or seventies. While superficially true, it was primarily due to lowered infant mortality rates leaving a skewed life expectancy average.