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A

Almonds

Falafel Burgers with Almond Harissa, 130–32

Spanish-Inspired Black Barley Salad with Chickpeas, Dates, and Toasted Almonds, 113

Way-More-Than-Just-Oats Granola, 38

Wheat Berry Salad with Zucchini, Boiled Lemon, and Almonds, 67

Amaranth

about, 13–15

Oat and Amaranth Pancakes, 50

Southwestern Amaranth Polenta, 204

Vegetable and Grits Pot Pie, 171–72

Anchovies

Deconstructed Kamut Caesar Salad, 80

Triticale with Olive Oil, Garlic, and Anchovies, 200

Apples

Barley Grits Casserole with Apples and Sausage, 53–54

Wild Rice Salad with Apples and Bacon, 94

Apricots

Brown Rice Salad with Red Peppers and Dried Apricots, 88

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Artichokes

Spanish-Inspired Wild Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Casserole, 173–74

Triticale with Smoked Trout and Artichokes in a Lemon Tahini Dressing, 107

Asian-style dishes

Asian-Inspired Quinoa with Canadian Bacon, 99

Asian Picadillo with Job’s Tears, 110–11

Brown Rice Congee, 45

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Job’s Tears and Edamame in a Carrot Dressing, 109

Quinoa with Asparagus and Shiitakes, 101

Seared Tuna and Brown Rice Chirashi, 212

Spicy Brown Rice Salad with Chicken and Peanuts, 85–86

Stir-Fried Buckwheat, 197

Thai-Style Corn and Pork Skewers, 214

Asparagus

Quinoa with Asparagus and Shiitakes, 101

Avocados

Quinoa Crepes with Corn, Avocado, and Mexican Crema, 220–21

B

Bacon

Baked Barley, Beans, and Bacon, 183

Wild Rice Salad with Apples and Bacon, 94

Barley

about, 15–16

Baked Barley, Beans, and Bacon, 183

Baked Wheat Berries, Barley, and Cheese, 163

Barley, Mushrooms, and Peas, 201

Barley and Pecan Burgers, 125

Barley Grits Casserole with Apples and Sausage, 53–54

Barley Risotto with Mushrooms and Leeks, 202

Cinnamon-Raisin Barley Pudding, 52

Groats and Grits Hot Cereal with Honey and Orange Zest, 42

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Millet, Barley, and Split Pea Soup with Coconut and Ginger, 147

Moroccan-Inspired Barley Couscous, 184–85

Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Porridge with Dates and Honey, 44

Spanish-Inspired Black Barley Salad with Chickpeas, Dates, and Toasted Almonds, 113

Way-More-Than-Just-Oats Granola, 38

Basil

Farro with Nectarines, Basil, and Toasted Pine Nuts, 74

Spelt Berry Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Pecans, and Basil, 82

Beans. See also Lentils

Baked Barley, Beans, and Bacon, 183

Black Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers, 128

Brown Rice and Beans, 178

Brown Rice Salad with Red Peppers and Dried Apricots, 88

Falafel Burgers with Almond Harissa, 130–32

Farro Niçoise, 73

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Job’s Tears and Edamame in a Carrot Dressing, 109

Kamut Burgers with Shallots, Pecans, and Lemon Zest, 129

Lebanese-Inspired Brown Rice Salad with Chickpeas and Grapes, 89

Louisiana-Inspired Red Beans and Kamut, 188–89

Millet, Barley, and Split Pea Soup with Coconut and Ginger, 147

Oat Groat and Black-Eyed Pea Salad, 108

Sandwich Wrap with a Wheat Berry Spread, 117

Spanish-Inspired Black Barley Salad with Chickpeas, Dates, and Toasted Almonds, 113

Spelt Berry Salad with White Beans, Sage, and Ham, 81

Stir-Fried Buckwheat, 197

Wheat Berries with Oven-Roasted Tomatoes and Fava Beans, 72

Beef and veal

Bizeh B’Jurah (Syrian-Style Rice and Short Ribs), 179

Kamut and Beef Chili, 142–43

Reuben Salad, 104

Veal and Farro Stew, 144–45

Bell peppers

Brown Rice Salad with Red Peppers and Dried Apricots, 88

Fried Teff and Crab Balls with Yellow Pepper Relish, 215–16

Gazpacho-Style Wheat Berry Salad, 71

Quinoa with Grilled Shrimp and Peppers, 102

Red Rice Romesco Salad, 90

Stir-Fried Buckwheat, 197

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

Breads

Quinoa Cashew Muffins, 56–57

Quinoa Date Bread, 58

Breakfast. See also Cereal

Barley Grits Casserole with Apples and Sausage, 53–54

Breakfast Polenta Cake with Kamut Crunch Topping, 59–60

Cinnamon-Raisin Barley Pudding, 52

Cornmeal and Oat Waffle Mix, 48

Oat and Amaranth Pancakes, 50

Quinoa Cashew Muffins, 56–57

Quinoa Date Bread, 58

Syrian Sliha, 41

Teff Griddle Cakes, 51

Broth

canned, buying, 136–37

homemade, flavor of, 136

Buckwheat groats

about, 16–17

Buckwheat and Cashew Burgers, 126–27

Buckwheat Hash, 195

Groats and Grits Hot Cereal with Honey and Orange Zest, 42

Kasha Varnishkes Soup, 153

Slow-Cooker Oat Groat Porridge, 43

Stir-Fried Buckwheat, 197

Bulgur

about, 31

Curried Carrot and Bulgur Salad, 98

Falafel Burgers with Almond Harissa, 130–32

Tabbouleh with Chicken and Pineapple, 97

Turkey Kibbeh Loaf with Tzatziki Sauce, 186–87

Turkish Red Lentil and Bulgur Soup, 149

Burgers

Barley and Pecan Burgers, 125

Black Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers, 128

Buckwheat and Cashew Burgers, 126–27

Falafel Burgers with Almond Harissa, 130–32

grain-based, note about, 124

Kamut Burgers with Shallots, Pecans, and Lemon Zest, 129

Millet Burgers with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pecorino, 133–35

C

Cabbage

Brown Rice—Stuffed Cabbage, 180–82

Reuben Salad, 104

Cakes

Breakfast Polenta Cake with Kamut Crunch Topping, 59–60

Canadian bacon

Asian-Inspired Quinoa with Canadian Bacon, 99

Carrots

Curried Carrot and Bulgur Salad, 98

Job’s Tears and Edamame in a Carrot Dressing, 109

Stir-Fried Buckwheat, 197

Cashew butter

Buckwheat and Cashew Burgers, 126–27

Quinoa Cashew Muffins, 56–57

Casseroles

Baked Red Rice Casserole with an Egg-and-Cheese Crust, 162

Baked Wheat Berries, Barley, and Cheese, 163

Celery Root and Sorghum Gratin, 157–58

Ham and Corn Pudding, 169

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

leftovers, note about, 154

Millet and Spinach Casserole, 167–68

Spanish-Inspired Wild Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Casserole, 173–74

Teff Gnocchi in a Cheddar Sauce, 164–66

Vegetable and Grits Pot Pie, 171–72

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

Cauliflower

Kamut Salad with Cauliflower, Olives, and Raisins, 79

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

Celery root

Celery Root and Sorghum Gratin, 157–58

Celiac disease, 6

Cereal

Brown Rice Congee, 45

Groats and Grits Hot Cereal with Honey and Orange Zest, 42

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Slow-Cooker Oat Groat Porridge, 43

Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Porridge with Dates and Honey, 44

Way-More-Than-Just-Oats Granola, 38

Cheese. See also Parmesan cheese

Baked Wheat Berries, Barley, and Cheese, 163

Barley Grits Casserole with Apples and Sausage, 53–54

Celery Root and Sorghum Gratin, 157–58

Farro with Nectarines, Basil, and Toasted Pine Nuts, 74

Ham and Corn Pudding, 169

Millet and Spinach Casserole, 167–68

Millet Burgers with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pecorino, 133–35

Reuben Salad, 104

Rye Berries and Goat Cheese in a Dijon Vinaigrette, 106

Southwestern Amaranth Polenta, 204

Teff Gnocchi in a Cheddar Sauce, 164–66

Wheat Berries with Feta and Olives, 69

Chestnuts

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Chicken

Farro and Smoked Chicken Salad with Cardamom and Chutney, 76

Moroccan-Inspired Barley Couscous, 184–85

Spanish-Inspired Wild Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Casserole, 173–74

Spicy Brown Rice Salad with Chicken and Peanuts, 85–86

Tabbouleh with Chicken and Pineapple, 97

Chile peppers

Falafel Burgers with Almond Harissa, 130–32

Honest-to-Goodness Posole Verde, 150–52

Kamut and Beef Chili, 142–43

Sorghum Soup with Chiles and Sweet Potatoes, 146

Southwestern Amaranth Polenta, 204

Chili

Kamut and Beef Chili, 142–43

Cholesterol, 1

Coconut

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Millet, Barley, and Split Pea Soup with Coconut and Ginger, 147

Syrian Sliha, 41

Corn. See also Cornmeal; Polenta; Posole

about, 17–18

Avgolemono Soup with Corn Grits Dumplings, 140

grits, substitute for, 17

Ham and Corn Pudding, 169

Millet Salad with Corn and Peanuts, 103

Quinoa Crepes with Corn, Avocado, and Mexican Crema, 220–21

Roasted Corn and Shrimp “Ceviche,” 120

Roasted Corn Soup with Onion Confit, 138–39

Thai-Style Corn and Pork Skewers, 214

Cornmeal. See also Polenta

about, 17

Cornmeal and Oat Waffle Mix, 48

Fried Teff and Crab Balls with Yellow Pepper Relish, 215–16

Ham and Corn Pudding, 169

Crabmeat

Fried Teff and Crab Balls with Yellow Pepper Relish, 215–16

Crepes

Quinoa Crepes with Corn, Avocado, and Mexican Crema, 220–21

Cucumbers

Gazpacho-Style Wheat Berry Salad, 71

Tzatziki Sauce, 186–87

Curried dishes

Curried Carrot and Bulgur Salad, 98

Thai-Style Corn and Pork Skewers, 214

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

D

Dates

Quinoa Date Bread, 58

Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Porridge with Dates and Honey, 44

Spanish-Inspired Black Barley Salad with Chickpeas, Dates, and Toasted Almonds, 113

Diabetes, 1

Dinner. See also Burgers; Casseroles; Soups; Stews

Baked Barley, Beans, and Bacon, 183

Barley, Mushrooms, and Peas, 201

Barley Risotto with Mushrooms and Leeks, 202

Black Rice Paella, 210–11

Brown Rice and Beans, 178

Brown Rice-Stuffed Cabbage, 180–82

Buckwheat Hash, 195

Fried Teff and Crab Balls with Yellow Pepper Relish, 215–16

Louisiana-Inspired Red Beans and Kamut, 188–89

Moroccan-Inspired Barley Couscous, 184–85

Oat Groat and Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche, 217–19

Pumpkin-Quinoa Soufflé, 207–8

Quinoa Crepes with Corn, Avocado, and Mexican Crema, 220–21

Roasted Ratatouille with Job’s Tears, 205

Seared Tuna and Brown Rice Chirashi, 212

Southwestern Amaranth Polenta, 204

Stir-Fried Buckwheat, 197

Thai-Style Corn and Pork Skewers, 214

Triticale with Olive Oil, Garlic, and Anchovies, 200

Trout Stuffed with Wild Rice, 209

Turkey Kibbeh Loaf with Tzatziki Sauce, 186–87

E

Eggplant

Roasted Ratatouille with Job’s Tears, 205

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

Eggs

Avgolemono Soup with Corn Grits Dumplings, 140

Baked Red Rice Casserole with an Egg-and-Cheese Crust, 162

Pumpkin-Quinoa Soufflé, 207–8

F

Farro

about, 29–30

Creamy Farro Potato Salad, 77

Farro and Smoked Chicken Salad with Cardamom and Chutney, 76

Farro Niçoise, 73

Farro with Nectarines, Basil, and Toasted Pine Nuts, 74

Veal and Farro Stew, 144–45

Fennel

Red Rice Romesco Salad, 90

Wild Rice Salad with Orange Supremes, Shaved Fennel, and Pistachios, 92

Fiber, 1

Fish

Deconstructed Kamut Caesar Salad, 80

Farro Niçoise, 73

Oat Groat and Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche, 217–19

Seared Tuna and Brown Rice Chirashi, 212

Sicilian-Inspired Wheat Berry and Tuna Salad, 68

Triticale with Olive Oil, Garlic, and Anchovies, 200

Triticale with Smoked Trout and Artichokes in a Lemon Tahini Dressing, 107

Trout Stuffed with Wild Rice, 209

Fruit. See specific fruits

G

Gluten allergies, 6

Grains. See also specific grains

affordability, 3

Asian cooking method, 11, 12

batch-cooking, 12

components of, 4–5

cooking process, 9–12

cooking times, 12

culinary history, 34–35

East Indian cooking method, 11, 12

health benefits, 1–2

processed, about, 5

refined, about, 5

rinsing, 9

serving sizes, 1

soaking, 10–11

speediest recipes for, 30

storing, 114

swapping, in recipes, 8

testing for doneness, 12

textures and flavors, 2

whole, description of, 4–5

Grapes

Lebanese-Inspired Brown Rice Salad with Chickpeas and Grapes, 89

Green beans

Farro Niçoise, 73

Stir-Fried Buckwheat, 197

Greens. See Cabbage; Kale; Spinach

H

Ham

Ham and Corn Pudding, 169

Spelt Berry Salad with White Beans, Sage, and Ham, 81

Hazelnuts

Red Rice Romesco Salad, 90

Heart disease, 1

Hominy. See Posóle

Hypertension, 1

I

Italian-style dishes

Barley Risotto with Mushrooms and Leeks, 202

Italian-Style Black Quinoa and Spinach Summer Rolls, 118

Sicilian-Inspired Wheat Berry and Tuna Salad, 68

J

Job’s tears

about, 18

Asian Picadillo with Job’s Tears, 110–11

Job’s Tears and Edamame in a Carrot Dressing, 109

Roasted Ratatouille with Job’s Tears, 205

K

Kale

Avgolemono Soup with Corn Grits Dumplings, 140

Kamut

about, 31

Breakfast Polenta Cake with Kamut Crunch Topping, 59–60

Deconstructed Kamut Caesar Salad, 80

Kamut and Beef Chili, 142–43

Kamut Burgers with Shallots, Pecans, and Lemon Zest, 129

Kamut Salad with Cauliflower, Olives, and Raisins, 79

Louisiana-Inspired Red Beans and Kamut, 188–89

Way-More-Than-Just-Oats Granola, 38

Kasha

Kasha Varnishkes Soup, 153

L

Lamb

Lamb and Triticale Tagine, 192–94

Lemons

Avgolemono Soup with Corn Grits Dumplings, 140

Kamut Burgers with Shallots, Pecans, and Lemon Zest, 129

Lamb and Triticale Tagine, 192–94

Wheat Berry Salad with Zucchini, Boiled Lemon, and Almonds, 67

Lentils

Red Rice and Lentils, 91

Turkish Red Lentil and Bulgur Soup, 149

Lunch. See also Salads

Italian-Style Black Quinoa and Spinach Summer Rolls, 118

Roasted Corn and Shrimp “Ceviche,” 120

Sandwich Wrap with a Wheat Berry Spread, 117

Tomatoes Stuffed with Black Rice and Shrimp, 116

M

Meat. See Beef and veal; Lamb; Pork

Millet

about, 22

Groats and Grits Hot Cereal with Honey and Orange Zest, 42

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Millet, Barley, and Split Pea Soup with Coconut and Ginger, 147

Millet and Spinach Casserole, 167–68

Millet Burgers with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pecorino, 133–35

Millet Salad with Corn and Peanuts, 103

Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Porridge with Dates and Honey, 44

Vegetable and Grits Pot Pie, 171–72

Muffins

Quinoa Cashew Muffins, 56–57

Mushrooms

Asian-Inspired Quinoa with Canadian Bacon, 99

Barley, Mushrooms, and Peas, 201

Barley Risotto with Mushrooms and Leeks, 202

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Quinoa with Asparagus and Shiitakes, 101

Southwestern Amaranth Polenta, 204

N

Nectarines

Farro with Nectarines, Basil, and Toasted Pine Nuts, 74

Nuts. See also Almonds; Pecans; Pine nuts; Walnuts

Buckwheat and Cashew Burgers, 126–27

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Millet Salad with Corn and Peanuts, 103

Quinoa Cashew Muffins, 56–57

Red Rice Romesco Salad, 90

Spicy Brown Rice Salad with Chicken and Peanuts, 85–86

Wild Rice Salad with Orange Supremes, Shaved Fennel, and Pistachios, 92

O

Oats

about, 22–23

Black Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers, 128

Cornmeal and Oat Waffle Mix, 48

Fried Teff and Crab Balls with Yellow Pepper Relish, 215–16

gluten-free, 6

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Millet, Barley, and Split Pea Soup with Coconut and Ginger, 147

Oat and Amaranth Pancakes, 50

Oat Groat and Black-Eyed Pea Salad, 108

Oat Groat and Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche, 217–19

Slow-Cooker Oat Groat Porridge, 43

Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Porridge with Dates and Honey, 44

Way-More-Than-Just-Oats Granola, 38

Olives

Farro Niçoise, 73

Kamut Salad with Cauliflower, Olives, and Raisins, 79

Lamb and Triticale Tagine, 192–94

Millet Burgers with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pecorino, 133–35

Moroccan-Inspired Barley Couscous, 184–85

Oat Groat and Black-Eyed Pea Salad, 108

Roasted Ratatouille with Job’s Tears, 205

Sicilian-Inspired Wheat Berry and Tuna Salad, 68

Wheat Berries with Feta and Olives, 69

Onions

Roasted Corn Soup with Onion Confit, 138–39

Oranges

Spicy Brown Rice Salad with Chicken and Peanuts, 85–86

Wild Rice Salad with Orange Supremes, Shaved Fennel, and Pistachios, 92

P

Pancakes. See also Crepes

Oat and Amaranth Pancakes, 50

Oat Groat and Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche, 217–19

Teff Griddle Cakes, 51

Parmesan cheese

Baked Red Rice Casserole with an Egg-and-Cheese Crust, 162

Baked Wheat Berries, Barley, and Cheese, 163

Barley, Mushrooms, and Peas, 201

Barley Risotto with Mushrooms and Leeks, 202

Ham and Corn Pudding, 169

Pumpkin-Quinoa Soufflé, 207–8

Spelt Berry Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Pecans, and Basil, 82

Triticale with Olive Oil, Garlic, and Anchovies, 200

Wheat Berry Salad with Zucchini, Boiled Lemon, and Almonds, 67

Pasta

Kasha Varnishkes Soup, 153

Peanuts

Millet Salad with Corn and Peanuts, 103

Spicy Brown Rice Salad with Chicken and Peanuts, 85–86

Pears

Slow-Cooker Oat Groat Porridge, 43

Peas

Barley, Mushrooms, and Peas, 201

Barley Risotto with Mushrooms and Leeks, 202

Bizeh B’Jurah (Syrian-Style Rice and Short Ribs), 179

Black Rice Paella, 210–11

Spanish-Inspired Wild Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Casserole, 173–74

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

Pecans

Barley and Pecan Burgers, 125

Farro and Smoked Chicken Salad with Cardamom and Chutney, 76

Kamut Burgers with Shallots, Pecans, and Lemon Zest, 129

Spelt Berry Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Pecans, and Basil, 82

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

Wild Rice Salad with Apples and Bacon, 94

Peppers. See Bell peppers; Chile peppers

Pineapple

Tabbouleh with Chicken and Pineapple, 97

Pine nuts

Farro with Nectarines, Basil, and Toasted Pine Nuts, 74

Millet Burgers with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pecorino, 133–35

Red Rice and Lentils, 91

Syrian Sliha, 41

Trout Stuffed with Wild Rice, 209

Pistachios

Syrian Sliha, 41

Wild Rice Salad with Orange Supremes, Shaved Fennel, and Pistachios, 92

Polenta

about, 17

Breakfast Polenta Cake with Kamut Crunch Topping, 59–60

Groats and Grits Hot Cereal with Honey and Orange Zest, 42

Pomegranate seeds

Syrian Sliha, 41

Pork. See also Bacon; Ham

Asian-Inspired Quinoa with Canadian Bacon, 99

Brown Rice and Beans, 178

Honest-to-Goodness Posole Verde, 150–52

Louisiana-Inspired Red Beans and Kamut, 188–89

Rye Berries Stewed with Sauerkraut and Pork, 190–91

Spanish-Inspired Wild Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Casserole, 173–74

Thai-Style Corn and Pork Skewers, 214

Posole

about, 17–18

Baked Barley, Beans, and Bacon, 183

Honest-to-Goodness Posole Verde, 150–52

Potatoes. See also Sweet potatoes

Buckwheat Hash, 195

Creamy Farro Potato Salad, 77

Farro Niçoise, 73

Oat Groat and Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche, 217–19

Teff Gnocchi in a Cheddar Sauce, 164–66

Puddings

Cinnamon-Raisin Barley Pudding, 52

Ham and Corn Pudding, 169

Pumpkin

Pumpkin-Quinoa Soufflé, 207–8

Q

Quinoa

about, 23–25

Asian-Inspired Quinoa with Canadian Bacon, 99

Black Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers, 128

Italian-Style Black Quinoa and Spinach Summer Rolls, 118

Pumpkin-Quinoa Soufflé, 207–8

Quinoa Cashew Muffins, 56–57

Quinoa Crepes with Corn, Avocado, and Mexican Crema, 220–21

Quinoa Date Bread, 58

Quinoa with Asparagus and Shiitakes, 101

Quinoa with Grilled Shrimp and Peppers, 102

R

Raisins

Cinnamon-Raisin Barley Pudding, 52

Kamut Salad with Cauliflower, Olives, and Raisins, 79

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Red Rice and Lentils, 91

Recipes

notes about and tips for, 7–8

quick-to-prepare, 30

with no presoaking required, 20–21

Rice

about, 25–26

Baked Red Rice Casserole with an Egg-and-Cheese Crust, 162

Bizeh B’Jurah (Syrian-Style Rice and Short Ribs), 179

Black Rice Paella, 210–11

Brown Rice and Beans, 178

Brown Rice Congee, 45

Brown Rice Salad with Red Peppers and Dried Apricots, 88

Brown Rice-Stuffed Cabbage, 180–82

harvesting practices, 83–84

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Lebanese-Inspired Brown Rice Salad with Chickpeas and Grapes, 89

Red Rice and Lentils, 91

Red Rice Romesco Salad, 90

Seared Tuna and Brown Rice Chirashi, 212

Spicy Brown Rice Salad with Chicken and Peanuts, 85–86

Tomatoes Stuffed with Black Rice and Shrimp, 116

Rice, wild. See Wild rice

Risotto

Barley Risotto with Mushrooms and Leeks, 202

Rye berries

about, 26–27

Reuben Salad, 104

Rye Berries and Goat Cheese in a Dijon Vinaigrette, 106

Rye Berries Stewed with Sauerkraut and Pork, 190–91

S

Salads

Asian-Inspired Quinoa with Canadian Bacon, 99

Asian Picadillo with Job’s Tears, 110–11

Brown Rice Salad with Red Peppers and Dried Apricots, 88

Creamy Farro Potato Salad, 77

Curried Carrot and Bulgur Salad, 98

Deconstructed Kamut Caesar Salad, 80

Farro and Smoked Chicken Salad with Cardamom and Chutney, 76

Farro Niçoise, 73

Farro with Nectarines, Basil, and Toasted Pine Nuts, 74

Gazpacho-Style Wheat Berry Salad, 71Job’s Tears and Edamame in a Carrot Dressing, 109

Kamut Salad with Cauliflower, Olives, and Raisins, 79

Lebanese-Inspired Brown Rice Salad with Chickpeas and Grapes, 89

Millet Salad with Corn and Peanuts, 103

Oat Groat and Black-Eyed Pea Salad, 108

Quinoa with Asparagus and Shiitakes, 101

Quinoa with Grilled Shrimp and Peppers, 102

Red Rice and Lentils, 91

Red Rice Romesco Salad, 90

Reuben Salad, 104

Rye Berries and Goat Cheese in a Dijon Vinaigrette, 106

Sicilian-Inspired Wheat Berry and Tuna Salad, 68

Spanish-Inspired Black Barley Salad with Chickpeas, Dates, and Toasted Almonds, 113

Spelt Berry Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Pecans, and Basil, 82

Spelt Berry Salad with White Beans, Sage, and Ham, 81

Spicy Brown Rice Salad with Chicken and Peanuts, 85–86

Tabbouleh with Chicken and Pineapple, 97

Triticale with Smoked Trout and Artichokes in a Lemon Tahini Dressing, 107

Wheat Berries with Feta and Olives, 69

Wheat Berries with Oven-Roasted Tomatoes and Fava Beans, 72

Wheat Berry Salad with Zucchini, Boiled Lemon, and Almonds, 67

Wild Rice Salad with Apples and Bacon, 94

Wild Rice Salad with Orange Supremes, Shaved Fennel, and Pistachios, 92

Salmon

Oat Groat and Potato Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche, 217–19

Sandwiches. See also Burgers

Sandwich Wrap with a Wheat Berry Spread, 117

Sauerkraut

Rye Berries Stewed with Sauerkraut and Pork, 190–91

Sausages

Barley Grits Casserole with Apples and Sausage, 53–54

Louisiana-Inspired Red Beans and Kamut, 188–89

Spanish-Inspired Wild Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Casserole, 173–74

Seafood. See Fish; Shellfish

Sesame seeds

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Seared Tuna and Brown Rice Chirashi, 212

Shellfish

Black Rice Paella, 210–11

Fried Teff and Crab Balls with Yellow Pepper Relish, 215–16

Quinoa with Grilled Shrimp and Peppers, 102

Roasted Corn and Shrimp “Ceviche,” 120

Tomatoes Stuffed with Black Rice and Shrimp, 116

Shrimp

Black Rice Paella, 210–11

Quinoa with Grilled Shrimp and Peppers, 102

Roasted Corn and Shrimp “Ceviche,” 120

Tomatoes Stuffed with Black Rice and Shrimp, 116

Sorghum

about, 27–28

Celery Root and Sorghum Gratin, 157–58

Sorghum Soup with Chiles and Sweet Potatoes, 146

Soufflés

Pumpkin-Quinoa Soufflé, 207–8

Soups. See also Stews

Avgolemono Soup with Corn Grits Dumplings, 140

Honest-to-Goodness Posole Verde, 150–52

Kasha Varnishkes Soup, 153

Millet, Barley, and Split Pea Soup with Coconut and Ginger, 147

preparing, note about, 136

Roasted Corn Soup with Onion Confit, 138–39

Sorghum Soup with Chiles and Sweet Potatoes, 146

Turkish Red Lentil and Bulgur Soup, 149

Spelt

about, 30

Cornmeal and Oat Waffle Mix, 48

Spelt Berry Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Pecans, and Basil, 82

Spelt Berry Salad with White Beans, Sage, and Ham, 81

Spinach

Baked Red Rice Casserole with an Egg-and-Cheese Crust, 162

Italian-Style Black Quinoa and Spinach Summer Rolls, 118

Millet and Spinach Casserole, 167–68

Squash

Pumpkin-Quinoa Soufflé, 207–8

Wheat Berry Salad with Zucchini, Boiled Lemon, and Almonds, 67

Stews

Bizeh B’Jurah (Syrian-Style Rice and Short Ribs), 179

Kamut and Beef Chili, 142–43

Lamb and Triticale Tagine, 192–94

preparing, note about, 136

Rye Berries Stewed with Sauerkraut and Pork, 190–91

Veal and Farro Stew, 144–45

Stock, for soups and stews, 136

Sweet potatoes

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Sorghum Soup with Chiles and Sweet Potatoes, 146

Teff Griddle Cakes, 51

T

Teff

about, 28

Brown Rice-Stuffed Cabbage, 180–82

Fried Teff and Crab Balls with Yellow Pepper Relish, 215–16

Teff Gnocchi in a Cheddar Sauce, 164–66

Teff Griddle Cakes, 51

Tofu

Job’s Tears and Edamame in a Carrot Dressing, 109

Tomatillos

Honest-to-Goodness Posole Verde, 150–52

Tomatoes

Baked Red Rice Casserole with an Egg-and-Cheese Crust, 162

Brown Rice-Stuffed Cabbage, 180–82

Gazpacho-Style Wheat Berry Salad, 71

Millet Burgers with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pecorino, 133–35

Oat Groat and Black-Eyed Pea Salad, 108

Quinoa Crepes with Corn, Avocado, and Mexican Crema, 220–21

Red Rice Romesco Salad, 90

Roasted Ratatouille with Job’s Tears, 205

Spanish-Inspired Wild Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Casserole, 173–74

Spelt Berry Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Pecans, and Basil, 82

Tomatoes Stuffed with Black Rice and Shrimp, 116

Wheat Berries with Feta and Olives, 69

Wheat Berries with Oven-Roasted Tomatoes and Fava Beans, 72

Triticale

about, 28–29

Lamb and Triticale Tagine, 192–94

Triticale with Olive Oil, Garlic, and Anchovies, 200

Triticale with Smoked Trout and Artichokes in a Lemon Tahini Dressing, 107

Trout

Triticale with Smoked Trout and Artichokes in a Lemon Tahini Dressing, 107

Trout Stuffed with Wild Rice, 209

Tuna

Farro Niçoise, 73

Seared Tuna and Brown Rice Chirashi, 212

Sicilian-Inspired Wheat Berry and Tuna Salad, 68

Turkey

Barley Grits Casserole with Apples and Sausage, 53–54

Turkey Kibbeh Loaf with Tzatziki Sauce, 186–87

V

Veal

Veal and Farro Stew, 144–45

Vegan recipes

Barley and Pecan Burgers, 125

Black Quinoa and Black Bean Burgers, 128

Brown Rice Congee, 45

Brown Rice Salad with Red Peppers and Dried Apricots, 88

Buckwheat and Cashew Burgers, 126–27

Japanese-Inspired Brown Rice and Millet Casserole, 156

Job’s Tears and Edamame in a Carrot Dressing, 109

Kamut Salad with Cauliflower, Olives, and Raisins, 79

Lebanese-Inspired Brown Rice Salad with Chickpeas and Grapes, 89

Millet Salad with Corn and Peanuts, 103

Oat Groat and Black-Eyed Pea Salad, 108

Quinoa with Asparagus and Shiitakes, 101

Red Rice and Lentils, 91

Red Rice Romesco Salad, 90

Roasted Ratatouille with Job’s Tears, 205

Sandwich Wrap with a Wheat Berry Spread, 117

Slow-Cooker Oat Groat Porridge, 43

Sorghum Soup with Chiles and Sweet Potatoes, 146

Spanish-Inspired Black Barley Salad with Chickpeas, Dates, and Toasted Almonds, 113

Syrian Sliha, 41

vegan, defined, 8

Wheat Berries with Oven-Roasted Tomatoes and Fava Beans, 72

Wild Rice Salad with Orange Supremes, Shaved Fennel, and Pistachios, 92

Vegetables. See also specific vegetables

Vegetable and Grits Pot Pie, 171–72

Vegetarian recipes

Baked Red Rice Casserole with an Egg-and-Cheese Crust, 162

Baked Wheat Berries, Barley, and Cheese, 163

Barley, Mushrooms, and Peas, 201

Breakfast Polenta Cake with Kamut Crunch Topping, 59–60

Brown Rice-Stuffed Cabbage, 180–82

Celery Root and Sorghum Gratin, 157–58

Cinnamon-Raisin Barley Pudding, 52

Cornmeal and Oat Waffle Mix, 48

Creamy Farro Potato Salad, 77

Falafel Burgers with Almond Harissa, 130–32

Farro with Nectarines, Basil, and Toasted Pine Nuts, 74

Groats and Grits Hot Cereal with Honey and Orange Zest, 42

Italian-Style Black Quinoa and Spinach Summer Rolls, 118

Kamut Burgers with Shallots, Pecans, and Lemon Zest, 129

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Millet, Barley, and Split Pea Soup with Coconut and Ginger, 147

Millet and Spinach Casserole, 167–68

Millet Burgers with Olives, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Pecorino, 133–35

Oat and Amaranth Pancakes, 50

Pumpkin-Quinoa Soufflé, 207–8

Quinoa Cashew Muffins, 56–57

Quinoa Crepes with Corn, Avocado, and Mexican Crema, 220–21

Quinoa Date Bread, 58

Roasted Corn Soup with Onion Confit, 138–39

Slow-Cooker Three-Grain Porridge with Dates and Honey, 44

Southwestern Amaranth Polenta, 204

Spelt Berry Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Pecans, and Basil, 82

Stir-Fried Buckwheat, 197

Teff Griddle Cakes, 51

Turkish Red Lentil and Bulgur Soup, 149

Vegetable and Grits Pot Pie, 171–72

vegetarian, defined, 8

Way-More-Than-Just-Oats Granola, 38

Wheat Berries with Feta and Olives, 69

Wheat Berry Salad with Zucchini, Boiled Lemon, and Almonds, 67

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

W

Waffles

Cornmeal and Oat Waffle Mix, 48

Walnuts

Brown Rice Salad with Red Peppers and Dried Apricots, 88

Brown Rice—Stuffed Cabbage, 180–82

Syrian Sliha, 41

Wheat berries. See also Bulgur; Farro; Kamut; Spelt

about, 29–32, 64–65

Baked Wheat Berries, Barley, and Cheese, 163

Gazpacho-Style Wheat Berry Salad, 71

grain swaps for salads, 65

Make-Ahead, Multigrain Muesli, 37

Sandwich Wrap with a Wheat Berry Spread, 117

Sicilian-Inspired Wheat Berry and Tuna Salad, 68

Syrian Sliha, 41

Way-More-Than-Just-Oats Granola, 38

Wheat Berries with Feta and Olives, 69

Wheat Berries with Oven-Roasted Tomatoes and Fava Beans, 72

Wheat Berry Salad with Zucchini, Boiled Lemon, and Almonds, 67

Wild rice

about, 32–33

harvesting practices, 83–84

Spanish-Inspired Wild Rice, Chicken, and Chorizo Casserole, 173–74

Trout Stuffed with Wild Rice, 209

Wild Rice and Vegetable Biryani, 160–61

Wild Rice Salad with Apples and Bacon, 94

Wild Rice Salad with Orange Supremes, Shaved Fennel, and Pistachios, 92

Y

Yogurt

Tzatziki Sauce, 186–87

Z

Zucchini

Wheat Berry Salad with Zucchini, Boiled Lemon, and Almonds, 67