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 ...

The NBC4 and Telemundo44 Health and Fitness Expo is coming to the Washington Convention Center on March 10 and 11. You can watch cooking demonstrations at the Expo's Cooking 4 You stage. Here's a ...

Amaranth is rich in antioxidants and minerals that can promote bone and brain health, making it a great alternative to quinoa. Plus, 7 amaranth recipes to try. By now, quinoa is pretty much a staple ...

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 ...

New cookbooks flood the market every week. This feature will help you make sense of what’s new and what’s worth trying out. Email your questions and ideas to [email protected] I love the variety ...

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, ...

A few more pointers from Ghillie James: “Cooking times for grains vary depending on the brand and … age of the grains.” Make sure grains are not stale. Cooking times can vary from 10 minutes ...

This is part of a continuing series on the health benefits of grains you might not have heard of or tried. What It Is: - "Technically, amaranth is not a true grain. It is often called a 'pseudo-grain' ...

They may not be households words yet, but grains like freekeh, farro and quinoa, are becoming more popular as health-conscious consumers rediscover these ancient foods. Used for centuries by different ...