Refined Flavors Call for the Finest Ingredients

We’ve all heard the nutrition advice from the government: at least half of your grains should come from whole grain sources. But what do you do when most or all of those well-loved seasonal recipes call for enriched grains, like all-purpose white flour? The Importance of Enriched Grains First, we have some good news: you […]

Whole Grain Swaps to Gobble Up

Whole Grain Swaps: Pan of baked oatmeal with blueberries

Hearty whole grains are extra appealing at this time of year, adding delicious flavor, texture and nourishment to each bite. And with so many of our favorite cozy comfort foods coming from the grain foods category, we’re here to help you figure out some new and nutritious whole grain swaps that will appeal to even […]

Global Flavors Bring New Traditions to Your Table

Global Flavors: Bowl of beef and barley soup with a spoon

When we talk about Cozy Comforts, we don’t simply mean the lovingly nostalgic dishes passed down from generations before. And we certainly don’t mean that nasty green goop that uncle George always proudly served. Cozy Comforts can also be dishes that are inspired by new friends and family, travel to faraway places, spiritual awakenings, cooking […]

Leftovers: Make Room for Old Favorites and New Ideas

Transforming leftovers: Holiday feast with stuffing at the center

As we cook our favorite Cozy Comfort foods, we always seem to do so in large quantities, even if we’re just cooking for ourselves rather than a large group or holiday event. The biggest snag is that the next day, we’re faced with the age-old challenge of eating the leftovers. Sometimes the very idea of […]