Learning About Heritage Grains With The Grain Lady

The Grain Lady is a resource for all things grain - in the field and in the kitchen. Listen in as I interview Mona about what a heritage grain is and why it’s important to not only our tastebuds and digestion, but also to our local community and farmers. If you are a home baker or pasta maker, or are interested in becoming one, this episode is for you! Make sure to follow The Grain Lady on Instagram! 

Highlights from this interview:

• 6:35 - Restoring a local grain economy.
• 8:20 - What is a heritage grain?
• 12:40 - What is the flavor of heritage wheat?
• 14:06 - Digestibility of grains & gluten sensitivity.
• 19:47 - Milling your own grain & the color wheel of grain.
• 22:57 - What to use to mill your own grains at home.
• 23:50 - Advice for anyone looking to bring heritage grains to their community.
• 25:50 - What is the Colorado Grain Chain?

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