2.05KK GRAINS: GOOD FOR YOU

1. 2.05KK GRAINS: GOOD FOR YOU • BARLEY • CORN • OATS • RICE • WHEAT REMEMBER:Grains are a great source of carbohydrates. When whole grains are eaten, the grains are carbohydrates and are considered complex carbohyrates. They are a good source of fiber in our diet. 2.05KK Grains: Good for You

2. GRAIN PRODUCTS • BARLEY • CORN-CORNMEAL, GRITS • OATS-OATMEAL, OAT FLOUR • RICE-RICE FLOUR • WHEAT-PASTA, FLOUR, COUSCOUS 2.05KK Grains: Good for You

3. COOKING METHODS • When using cornmeal or flours, they are incorporated into recipes. • Grits-bring water to a boil, slowly add grits, stir, reduce to simmer for about 10 minutes, covered • Oatmeal-bring water to a boil, slowly add oatmeal, stir, reduce to simmer for about 5 minutes, uncovered • Couscous-bring water to boil, slowly add couscous , remove from heat, cover and let sit for 5 minutes 2.05KK Grains: Good for You

4. COOKING METHODS CONT. • Pasta-bring water to boil, add pasta, bring back to boil and begin timing, then uncover pot Use time on package, cook only until al dente • Rice-bring water to boil, add rice, cover and reduce to simmer for 20 minutes or until water is absorbed (Brown rice takes a little longer) 2.05KK Grains: Good for You

5. MEAL PATTERNS & GRAINS • At what meals could the following cooked grains be served? What cultures eat these foods? Couscous Grits Pasta Rice • What kind of add-ins could be used in these grains To make them palatable for different meals other than traditional ones? • Can cold cereals be served at other times other than breakfast? 2.05KK Grains: Good for You