Types of Grains
Types of Grains Barley Brans Bulgur Cornmeal Couscous Cracked wheat Grits Kasha Millet Oats Quinoa Triticale Wheat Berries
Rice Short grain Medium grains Long grains Almost round When cooked it sticks together Medium grains Grains are plump, tender, and moist Long grains Grains are fluffy and stay separated
Preparing Rice Rice is usually simmered Use just the amount of liquid the grain can absorb Bring the liquid to a boil, add the rice, cover, and bring to boil again Do not stir long grain rice unless necessary Stirring can scrape off starch and make grains stick together
Pasta Italian word for paste Pasta dough is made of flour and water Cooked in a large amount of boiling water Be sure the pot is large enough for the amount of water necessary Drain pasta but never rinse Removes nutrients Freeze left overs Stir 1 tsp. cooking oil into pasta to keep from sticking