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The medieval gingerbread recipe comes from the 14th-century cookbook Curye on Inglysch, which is a testament to the period's culinary ingenuity. This early version of gingerbread is unique, using breadcrumbs and honey as its base. Beyond the humble ingredients, the recipe incorporates an array of spices such as ginger and long pepper, alongside more exotic components like sandalwood.