A Whole Grain Primer

Update: We have come to believe that it is necessary to soak whole grains (or ferment or sprout them). These three methods accomplish three things to help with digestibility and sensitivity: neutralizes the phytic acid (in the outer layer of the grain) which would block mineral absorption deactivates the enzyme inhibitors present in all seeds [...]

Importance of Varying Grains

I love receiving questions because they remind me of important points I should have made. Tracy asked me the following question: I don’t understand the reason for the various grains. Is it just for varied flavors in the end product? I figured there must be a health benefit. This is a really good question and [...]

Muesli

Muesli is our warm weather breakfast. It soaks overnight and is ready to spoon into bowls in the morning — an almost effortless and delicious breakfast ready to go. Muesli serves 6 4 cups rolled oats (certified gluten-free if desired) 2 cups apple juice 2 1/2 cups filtered water 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon [...]

Whole Wheat Farina

Pretty normal day here. Yesterday I was so tired I had to take a nap. I hope that doesn’t happen to me today. But if it does, I guess I’ll have to nap! This afternoon, after our schooling is done, we are going to hit the library, the post office and the thrift store. The [...]