by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 31, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Seeds, Trader Joe's
Trader Joe’s sells organic white quinoa, multicolored and red quinoa.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 31, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Trader Joe's
Trader Joe’s sells several varieties of oatmeal… You can set up your very own Oatmeal Foodie Bar!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 31, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Trader Joe's
Trader Joe’s sells several different types of rice that is cooked and then frozen. (You can do the same thing at home.)
by Timaree Hagenburger | Aug 31, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Trader Joe's
You can find several different varieties of uncooked brown rice at Trader Joe’s, as well as a package of ready-to-eat long grain brown rice.
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets
For a variation on oatmeal, try barley flakes! I most often find them in the bulk section of the supermarket or natural food co-op.
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Trader Joe's
Whole grain English Muffins can be hard to find in the regular grocery store, but Trader Joe’s sells some. When I buy them, I cut them in half, wrap in plastic, put them back into the bag and then keep them in the freezer.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Trader Joe's
My favorite whole grain pitas are Trader Joe’s brand. Short list of ingredients and they are tasty! I wrap up each one in plastic and then keep them in the freezer so they don’t mold and are ready when we are. They thaw quickly on the counter.
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets
There are a whole bunch of options for whole grain sprouted breads. Sprouted grains are typically higher in nutrients and tend to be digested more easily. Keep them all in the freezer!
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets
If you supermarket has a bulk section, look for different varieties of brown rice, including Basmati and long grain. I like storing my brown rice in… the freezer, of course! You can also buy brown rice in bags (supermarket, Trader Joe’s, etc.).
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets
Short grain brown rice will yield a more sticky/chewy product – which is similar to the “white sticky rice” many of my students grew up eating. I use short grain brown rice when setting up my Un-Fried Rice Foodie Bar and for homemade sushi (black...
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets
If you buy buns, be sure not to be fooled by “multi-grain” or “wheat” – as they need to be whole grain (or sprouted) to maximize the nutrient content! Cut each bun in half, wrap in plastic, put them back into the bag and keep them in the...
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Dry Goods/Baking Items, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets
I don’t use much flour, and like to make my own oat flour whenever possible. On occasion, I will use whole wheat pastry flour. It has a very light texture and can be substituted for white flour in any recipe, likely without anyone noticing. I keep it in the...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 27, 2016 | Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets, Trader Joe's
Several whole grain tortillas are available. Here are a few of my favorites – the sprouted tortillas will be in the freezer section of the supermarket. I usually wrap 3-4 in plastic and then put them back into the zip-top bag and store them in the...
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 26, 2016 | Cost Plus World Market, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Online/Amazon, Supermarkets
Whole grain rice comes in many varieties – including brown, red, black, purple and wild (I keep them all in my freezer).
by Timaree Hagenburger | 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...
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Costco, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets
Quinoa can be purchased at most grocery stores, in boxes, bags, and in the bulk bins. Costco also sells 4-5 pound bags of uncooked quinoa. I keep the quinoa in the freezer. (Trader Joe’s also sells quinoa.)
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Costco, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets
Oats can be purchased in tubs, boxes, bags and in bulk. Don’t buy instant flavored oatmeal – check out the ingredient list… scary!
by Timaree Hagenburger | Jul 25, 2016 | Costco, Grains or Grain Product, Ingredients, Supermarkets
This is a delicious mix of sprouted quinoa and rice that I found at Costco. I keep in the freezer.
