The Holy Grain Grail Part I

There are many grains out there to try; and not all alternatives to wheat are gluten free - here's a primer on many of them, broken down by gluten free (a must for celiacs) and lower gluten (tolerated by many with gluten allergies) - we'll discuss Lower Gluten next time.

GLUTEN FREE

Millet - high in fiber, mild flavor.                                                                                   Wild Rice - actually a grass found around fresh water.                                  Amaranth - A seed and a COMPLETE protein (think filet mignon!)       Sorghum - highly absorbent for sauces/dressings                                  Black/Forbidden Rice-resembles wild rice but cooks more quickly and colors broth/sauce a deep brown-red. One of Lula's faves!                Oats - watch out that these come from a "Certified GF" mfg.                    Quinoa - another COMPLETE protein.                                                                    Teff - 1/100th the size of a kernel of wheat!                                                        Buckwheat - another of Lula's faves...try our crepes!                                     Corn - try Silver Queen or any sweet white - amazing!

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