Spelled cereal, made from a relative of wheat, is a nutritious whole-grain breakfast food that can be eaten like oatmeal or processed into flakes or granules. It is easier to digest than wheat and may have health benefits such as reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Spelled cereal is a whole-grain breakfast food […]
Grains of paradise, also known as alligator pepper, are peppery seeds with a complex flavor of coriander, ginger, and cardamom. They were one of the first spices traded between Africa and Europe and are used in West African dishes and spice blends. They are milder than black pepper but still offer a kick. The grains […]
Choose oat kernels that are consistent in size and shape with a light brown surface and avoid those with a sour or waxy smell or containing dust or tape-like material. Look for packets labeled specifically for sprouting and store oats in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Soak overnight or use a slow […]
“Eggcorns” are linguistic errors resulting from misinterpretation of a word, while “mondegreens” are misheard song lyrics and “malapropisms” are the misuse of similar-sounding words. Eggcorns are usually attached to an individual and can become part of their vernacular, such as “duck tape” for “duct tape.” The term “egg seed” originated from a misinterpretation of “acorn”. […]
