Couscous – Whole Wheat – TJ

Couscous – Whole Wheat – TJ

by | Aug 31, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Trader Joe's

Trader Joe’s sells whole wheat couscous – a one pound box for only $1.99. Couscous is a tiny pasta that doesn’t need to be cooked. Simply add boiling water to it, stir, cover and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing! Then, stir in finely chopped greens, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red peppers, etc… Delicious hot or cold, even as a topping for my Crazy Salad Foodie Bar in The Foodie Bar Way...
Sausage, store-bought, plant-based options – TJ

Sausage, store-bought, plant-based options – TJ

by | Aug 5, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Legumes (Beans/Peas/Lentils), Misc, Trader Joe's

There are several plant-based sausages available in the refrigerated area in the produce aisle at many grocery stores. While I don’t typically eat them (since they include oil), they are a “sometimes food” for my husband and kids, with one link flavoring dinner for all three of them (some of their favorite Pasta Foodie Bar combinations). Be sure to avoid varieties that include “isolated protein” as an ingredient. They freeze very well and Trader Joe’s tends to have the best...
Bread – (Bagels) – sprouted

Bread – (Bagels) – sprouted

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets

While bagels are typically nothing more than “empty calories” – it is possible to track down whole grain (and even sprouted grain) bagels. Like most bread products (especially those without preservatives), they will tend to mold quickly at room temperature, so I cut them in half, wrap them and plastic wrap (to reduce freezer burn), then pop them back into the bag and into the freezer they...
Breadcrumbs – Whole Grain – Panko

Breadcrumbs – Whole Grain – Panko

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets

Panko style bread crumbs create a crunchy texture when used as a coating for roasted veggies or tofu. Look closely at the ingredients, some have hydrogenated fat/oil, an ingredient you most certainly want to avoid (links to health problems from infertility to heart disease). Whole grain products last longer when kept in the freezer (now you know why my upright freezer in the garage was such a smart investment that has paid for itself over and...
Bread – Whole Grain – Dave’s Killer Bread

Bread – Whole Grain – Dave’s Killer Bread

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Costco, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Uncategorized

My family LOVES this bread! When we first started purchasing it, I was thrilled, as it was 100% organic, 100% whole grain, 100% free of any animal products, and they used fruit as a sweetener. It is now available at Costco (production shot through the roof) and it looks like they have changed their recipe a bit, to include organic evaporated cane juice. This is a fantastic bread to start with, especially if you are not used to eating whole grain breads! Store it in the freezer and take out a piece or two a few minutes before you are ready to make a sandwich or toast...
Bread – Lavash – Whole Grain

Bread – Lavash – Whole Grain

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Trader Joe's

My very favorite Lavash bread is Trader Joe’s Whole Grain Lavash, it is $1.99 for bag of 6 large pieces (makes 12 Thin-Crust Kale Pizzas!) and I love to use it to make my Cinnamon Chips for our Dessert Nachos!!! I buy several bags when I go to Trader Joe’s. When I get home, I cut the pieces in half across the middle and wrap in plastic, 4 pieces per pack, then back into the zip top bag and into the freezer. They are much easier to store in the freezer this way (when left whole, they can get wedged between other items and crack across the middle or along the...
Rice – Brown – Boil-in-Bag

Rice – Brown – Boil-in-Bag

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets

For those of you new to cooking brown rice, there are many options for cooking brown rice – including buying a “boil-in-bag” variety. This is partially pre-cooked so it will be done in ~10 minutes. You put the entire bag into a pot of boiling water (do not open the bag until it is cooked and you are ready to serve it. It is more expensive than buying uncooked rice in bulk or bagged, but it could be an option if you are just starting out on a whole grain...
Cornmeal – whole grain – organic

Cornmeal – whole grain – organic

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Dry Goods/Baking Items, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets

Whole grain organic cornmeal can be found with the specialty flours/baking products in the supermarket or online (typically the best price). I store all cornmeal (and the rest of my whole grains) in the freezer, since higher temperatures can begin to break down the vulnerable unsaturated fats over time (end up rancid or with little...
Crackers – whole grain, oil-free, gluten-free

Crackers – whole grain, oil-free, gluten-free

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Costco, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets

Mary’s Gone Crackers are my favorite whole grain crackers, as they are made without oil (very rare) and are suitable for those avoiding gluten. They are amazingly crunchy, which I enjoy and although they can be pricey at the grocery store, they are much more reasonably priced at Costco (esp. when they offer at coupon ~$2.50 off, several times a year). Keep in a cool cabinet (or even the freezer, if space...
Buckwheat flour

Buckwheat flour

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Dry Goods/Baking Items, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets

Despite it’s name, buckwheat flour is not made from wheat (and is actually gluten free). I like to use it in my Banana Pecan Snack Cake, among other recipes. I keep it in the freezer (with the rest of my whole grains, nuts and seeds). While I have seen it at my local grocery store, with the specialty flours, and sometimes in bulk, I normally buy it...
Tortillas – Corn (some are sprouted)

Tortillas – Corn (some are sprouted)

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets

Several companies make organic corn tortillas that are available in many supermarkets (even look for store brands). Be sure to look for those with very few ingredients. Sprouted corn tortillas are a great choice, but more expensive, and will almost always be kept in the freezer section because they are made without any preservatives and don’t last long on the grocery store shelves. All tortillas can be kept in the freezer. We love making Mia’s 1-2-3 Easy Tortilla Chips from The Foodie Bar Way....
Sausage – plant-based, store-bought options

Sausage – plant-based, store-bought options

by | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Misc, Supermarkets

There are several plant-based sausages available in the refrigerated area in the produce aisle at many grocery stores. While I don’t typically eat them (since they include oil), they are a “sometimes food” for my husband and kids, with one link flavoring dinner for all three of them (some of their favorite Pasta Foodie Bar combinations). Be sure to avoid varieties that include “isolated protein” as an ingredient. They freeze very well and Trader Joe’s tends to have the best price....
Pasta – You have options!

Pasta – You have options!

by | Jul 26, 2016 | Cost Plus World Market, Costco, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Legumes (Beans/Peas/Lentils), Online/Amazon, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's

My Pasta Foodie Bar includes many different noodle options – some of which are pictured below: Whole Grain (durum wheat), Edamame & Mung Bean, Edamame, Quinoa & Corn. Also look for noodles made from black beans, chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and lentil. The ingredient list may surprise you… (some only have 1...