This summer, I decided to start a small vegetable and flower garden in my backyard. I planted tomatoes, peppers, herbs and fennel, most of which, despite a summer of almost no rain, grew into healthy ...

Amaranth is a nutrient-rich seed used like a grain, ideal for gluten-free diets due to its high fiber, protein, and mineral content. Buy amaranth as whole seeds or flour, checking for spoilage by ...

In the grocery store, amaranth is sold as whole seeds or flour. Whole seeds tend to have a longer shelf-life, so keep that in mind when shopping. Be sure to check the expiration date, as well as the ...

Amaranth is a whole grain with a nutty flavor that works in sweet and savory dishes. It is packed with protein and fiber, contains magnesium and iron and is gluten-free. Try adding amaranth to a salad ...

But what about its cousin amaranth? (I know, right...who? Wha?). Yep, you should probably start stocking amaranth in your pantry ASAP. Like many of its super-grain brothers and sisters, amaranth has ...

Both amaranth and oatmeal are packed with nutrients that support heart health, digestion, and energy—but one of them has a ...

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We all know by now that whole grains are good for us and that we should be eating more of them. Anyone who has dipped a toe (or spoon) into the world of farro, brown rice and quinoa also knows how ...

Amaranth. Sound familiar? No, not the lipstick color. Not the bedding plant, either. Or the weed, popularly known as pigweed, that is the enemy of many gardeners as well as commercial farmers. No, ...

Amaranth and oatmeal have slightly different nutrition, especially when it comes to protein and fiber. Here's how amaranth and oatmeal stack up head-to-head.

Cooking grains in bulk is a game-changer for meal prep. Not only does it save time, but it also ensures I have a healthy base ...