Nutritional Spotlight: Brown Rice & Millet Flour

Wheat is not what it used be when our grandmother’s were cooking. Refining processes, allergens, and hybridization are just some of the reasons more people are choosing alternative whole grains. Based on consumer demand, most stores are carrying a wide variety of wheat-free grains and flours that you can purchase in bulk and store in an airtight container in your fridge or freezer to maintain freshness and prolong shelf life. Brown rice flour is one of the most common alternatives to white and wheat flour, providing an excellent source of fiber. Bob’s Red Mill’s Gluten-Free Pizza Crust combines this with iron-rich millet flour to produce a nutritious and tasty foundation for your Three Sisters Chili Pizza. If you’re not familiar with millet, it’s time to make friends. Millet looks similar to quinoa and can be cooked in the same way, replenishing your body with a heavy dose of vitamins and minerals. While there are many great whole grain alternatives now available, nearly no one can beat millet’s price, which averages about $1 per pound.