Bread and Grains Facts

Noodles span continents and cuisines, offering endless variety in shape, texture, and flavor. Whether it’s tossed in olive oil, soaked in soy sauce, or coated in a hearty gravy, each style brings something unique to the table.

By Elena Tralwyn

Somewhere between toast for breakfast and sandwiches for lunch, we’ve all met our match in bread. From pillowy pita to crusty sourdough, bread is the universal sidekick, taking on roles as a scoop or sponge. And with so many types of bread out there, there's truly a loaf to satisfy everyone's taste buds.

By Zach Taras

Grits and polenta are both made from corn, but usually different varieties: dent corn and flint corn. What else makes these two dishes unique?

By Muriel Vega

They're two popular types of long-grain rice, both with roots in Asia. But what makes them different from each other?

By Alia Hoyt

Congee is simple comfort food at its best. This rice dish dates all the way back to ancient China, but its roots aren't based solely in Chinese food. Have you tried it?

By Katy Spratte Joyce

If you do this tonight, you'll be all set tomorrow morning with a healthy and delicious breakfast.

By Sharise Cunningham

You know both names but do you know how they're different?

By Sharise Cunningham

If Subway's bread is legally not bread, then what in the heck is it?

By Jeremy Glass

Farro is a grain you may not be familiar with, but it's been around a long time, it's incredibly versatile and it's oh so good for you, so what's not to like?

By Jeremy Glass

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

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

By Jonathan Strickland

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

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

By Debbie Swanson

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

By Alison Cooper

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

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

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

In the 1,400 years since the pretzel was invented, bakers have come up with a wide variety of shapes and flavors. These fun facts show how adaptable and versatile this twisted snack truly is.

By Jeremy Glass

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

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

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

Popcorn certainly is unique, but have you ever wondered how it actually works? Check out this article to learn what makes popcorn pop and more.