whole grains
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
partially breaks down [...]
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 very important [...]
Quick Cooking Beans & Whole Grains
For many grains and beans, thinking and planning ahead is the key to actually getting them on the table by dinnertime. Beans require soaking overnight and cooking for a few hours before incoporating into a meal. Whole grains, such as brown rice, wheat berries, and barley, can require an hour or more of simmering to [...]
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 ground ginger (optional)
1/3 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup [...]
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 [...]
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