Spelt
A super grain in its own righ, nothing can be said bad about spelt except its cost. Because it has to be harvested differntly than wheat and the yield is so much smaller, the price is high. For wheat-intolerant people, however, it is well worth the cost.
Spelt is a true non-hybrid grain, and spelt flour can be easily substituted for wheat flour in baked goods. Spelt contains the eight essential amino acids. it is about 60 percent highter in protein than wheat and contains B viatamins, iron, potassium, magnesium, and fiber. This grain with te deliciously ligh, nutty flavor has been grown and eaten around the world for the last 5,000 years.
Use spelt in anything in which wheat flour is used-and more.
*For nutritional content and recipes see the book "Those Wonderful Grains," by Chef Brad
Nutritional Information
Fiber Content: 3.5 grams per 0.5 cup
Spelt Usage
Salad |
Soup |
Yeasted Breads |
Pancakes & Pastries |
Cookies & Treats |
Meat Substitutes |
Non-Yeasted Breads and Cakes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Spelt Cooking Times
Cooking Ratio |
Stove Top |
Electric Pressure Cooker |
Stove Top Pressure Cooker |
1:3.0 |
120 Minutes |
20 Minutes |
45 Minutes |
- The Electric Pressure Cooker is Chef Brad's favorite pan for cooking breakfast cereals. It cooks fast and turns to a keep warm mode. Grains stay hot and in perfect condition for hours when cooked using the electric pressure cooker.
- Most grains do well in the pressure cooker. Natural release method is recommended. Meaning after suggested cooking time turn off heat and let the pressure come down naturally.
Recipes Containing Spelt
Holiday Mandarin Orange Grain Salad
Top of the Morning Fruit Salad
Lemon Chicken
Sweet Potato Spelt Biscuit
Whole Grain Mac and Cheese
Sweet Potato Spelt Biscuits
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