Spice Up Your Grains

Whole grains, like amaranth, barley, millet, quinoa, and rice provide vitamins and minerals to help your body stay healthy. Grains are a great source of magnesium, slenium, iron, and B-vitamins. Being complex carbohydrates, they are also high in fiber and provide your body with sustained energy.

If you're one who doesn't care for the taste or consistency of grains, try spicing them up and adding in vegetables. Also note that you can change the consistency of the grain depending upon whether you bring the water to a boil WITH the grain or boil the water first and then add the grain.

INGREDIENTS (Serves 4)

1 cup organic, non-GMO grain

2 1/2 cups water (verify package directions)

1 bouillon cube (organic, MSG-free)

½ tsp basil

½ tsp parsley

½ tsp tarragon

½ tsp granulated or 1 clove fresh garlic

Sea salt and pepper to taste

PREPARATION

• Boil water in pan on high heat.

• Add all ingredients and mix.

• Cover and simmer on low as directed.

VARIATIONS: Try adding onion, sweet peppers, carrots, zucchini, broccoli, peas or other vegetables.