Cooking with Whole Grains

Whole grains are being used more and more as an alternative to rice or pasta in salads, stuffings, and casseroles. They can also be added to soups, pilafs, or as a side dish. You can use the following chart as a one-stop reference guide to cooking the commonly available varieties. Please note that you should always rinse and drain the grains before cooking them. Grains will triple in volume once they have been cooked.