Christopsomo (Pan Griego de Navidad)
Christopsomo, or Christ’s Bread, is considered a sacred tradition in many Greek Orthodox homes and the care with which it is made is said to ensure the well-being of the home in the year to come. Only the purest and most expensive ingredients are used. The bread is often decorated with pieces of dough formed into representations of the family’s life (boats, animals, etc.). Ingredients are for simple loaves and directions for a decorated loaf can be found below. In Greek, Christopsomo is spelled Χριστόψωμο (pronounced hree-STOHP-soh-moh). Helpful Tips for Better Bakery-Style Homemade Bread