Bread and Grains Facts

Breads & Grains should be the biggest part of your daily diet according to the new USDA food pyramid. Learn why breads and grains are so important and how they work.

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What's All the Buzz About Ezekiel Bread?

Sprouted grain breads, like Ezekiel bread, are all the rage. But where did that name come from? And are they really better than other breads?

By Alia Hoyt Oct 2, 2019 Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

You Can Never, Ever, Ever Stop Making Sourdough Bread

Did you know that sourdough starter has to be constantly fed?

By Stell Simonton Dec 6, 2018 Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

Carbon Foam From Burnt Bread Could Save Lots of Dough

That loaf of bread could help to reduce the overall cost of space travel. Really.

By Jonathan Strickland Jul 14, 2016 Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

Is American wheat different than European wheat?

Many diet and health trends today focus on wheat — how much, how little, what kind. Are there really differences between different types of wheat? Gluten, protein — what does it all mean?

By Bambi Turner Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

What are ancient grains?

These healthy grains can bring new flavors to your plate while providing healthy, whole grain goodness.

By Debbie Swanson Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

Is all of today's wheat technically artificial?

Wheat takes the heat for gut problems, painful joints — even cancer. Has human intervention transformed modern crops into harmful fake food?

By Alison Cooper Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

A few years ago, hardly anyone could pronounce this product correctly. Now, it's a well-known nutritional superstar, available in almost any supermarket and a common substitute for rice. Why is quinoa so hot?

By Alia Hoyt Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

10 Myths About Gluten

Is gluten the new saccharin – the evil product that must be shunned at all costs if we are to avoid cancer, lose weight and feel better? Not so fast, say the experts. A gluten-free diet could be bad for you.

By Patrick J. Kiger Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

More than Matzo: 10 Other Yummy Unleavened Breads

Unleavened breads have been around longer than most other foods on the market today, but people don't pay much attention. You may be surprised to learn that many breads you eat are unleavened.

By Sara Elliott Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

10 Easy Bread Recipes

It's hard to beat a loaf of freshly baked bread; the aromas that fill your house, the steam rising off the right-out-of-the-oven loaf. Here are some easy recipes to get that yummy goodness from scratch, without the machine.

By Emilie Sennebogen Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

Pretzel Facts

In the 1,400 years since the pretzel was invented, bakers have come up with a wide variety of shapes and flavors. The history of this adaptable snack shows its versatility.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

What is Masa Harina?

Masa harina is a type of traditional flour used in Mexican cooking to make tortillas, tamales, and other dishes. Read this article to learn more about this versatile flour.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

Rice Questions

Rice, the staple of most Asian cuisine, is one of the oldest cultivated grains in the world. Read this article for answers to common rice questions. Learn about the different types of rice and get tips for cooking rice perfectly every time.

By the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains

How Triscuits Work

Triscuits are a delicious treat and an American cultural phenomenon. In this article, we'll show you behind the scenes from the idea to the production process of this tasty snack food.

By Nancy S. Hughes Food Facts & Fun / Breads & Grains