Comments on: Q & A: Buying Grains

By: Lindsay

Lindsay — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 21:31:49 +0000

Yes, you can make flour out of dried beans, etc. I do not know if they measure out the same, but it would be pretty close.

By: Renae

Renae — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 22:02:35 +0000

Lindsay, Can I make flour out of any dried bean, grain, etc??? Do they all measure the same – ie cup for cup?

By: Lindsay

Lindsay — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 17:52:43 +0000

Actually, 1 cup of grain only makes approx. 1.5 cups flour. I wrote about it in this post: Are whole grains cheaper?.

By: Teresa

Teresa — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:42:52 +0000

I’m not sure about a 5 lb bag, but 1 cup of grain makes approximatly 5 1/2 cups of flour.

By: Lindsay

Lindsay — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:35:29 +0000

Good question! Overall, I believe the value of a grain mill is in the nutritional benefits. I have done a little research and will highlight a few economical things in a separate post, as it is too much to list here.

By: Cherity

Cherity — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 22:07:02 +0000

Just wondering about the economic aspect of grinding your own flour? I finally found a store not to far away that sells wheat berries, and I’m wondering…is it really cheaper? I know it’s healthier, but we’re on somewhat of a tight budget and I’m trying to make sure this is something we can invest in right now.

I know how many cups is in a package of wheat flour at the supermarket, but how many cups can you get from,say, a 5 lb bag of wheat berries?

Thanks!

By: Holly

Holly — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 18:16:36 +0000

Oh, I love coconut oil too! Use it for everything! (Yes, hubby and wife special time, too! Great suggestion!)

Thank you for the deoderant suggestion. I’m here from Julie at Seeking the Old Path’s site.

By: Lindsay

Lindsay — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 05:07:23 +0000

I store my grains in 5 gallon buckets in my garage, with smaller quantities in glass gallon jars in my kitchen and pantry cupboards, for easy access, and refill as necessary. Best to store then in a cool, dark, dry place. Best of all is frig or freezer, but who has the space for that?

By: Mary Ann

Mary Ann — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:29:11 +0000

I’m glad to get more info on this,too. I’m saving for a grain mill which I hope to be able to get around November or December. So I’m trying to find out about grains and everything in the meantime!

By: Evelyn Masters

Evelyn Masters — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:31:31 +0000

Hello! I had a question. I just bought a grain mill this week. (I’ve been wanting one for over a year). I also purchased some wheat berries. How do you store your wheat berries? Thanks!
Evelyn