Cooking with Whole Grains
Cooking with whole grains is an essential piece of eating a diet based in whole foods. They're also quite simple to cook! Here are a few of our favorite "basics" to add to your repertoire.
To Cook Whole Grains: Boil water, or a low-sodium stock, add grain, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed — following below cooking times. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork before serving.
Altitude may affect cooking times.| Grain | Grain: Liquid Ratio | Cooking Time | Recipe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barley | 1 cup: 3 1/2 cups | 50-60 minutes |  Simple Barley |
| Brown Rice | 1 cup: 2 cups | 40-45 minutes |  Brown Rice with Chicken and Broccoli |
| Bulgur | 1 cup: 2 1/2 cups | 20-25 minutes |  Bulgur Salad with Arugula, Pomegranate Seeds and Toasted Hazelnuts |
| Millet | 1 cup: 2 1/2 cups | 20-25 minutes |  Millet Breakfast Cereal with Mandarin Oranges and Dates |
| Quinoa | 1 cup: 2 cups | 15-20 minutes |  Quinoa with Balsamic Roasted Mushrooms |
Search our Health Starts Here recipes for more delicious ways to prepare whole grains.
