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Jan. 30, 2008 - What do I do with this Nutrimill?

A friend of mine just gave me a great deal on a Nutrimill Grain Mill that she wasn't using anymore because her family has an issue with yeast. I've been making baby steps for a while with eating healthier and more natural/organic, but it seems like one of the best things you can do is grind your own grains and make your own bread, or use it in other recipes. I've waited and prayed, and I'm very excited to finally have the ability to do so, but also quite intimidated! I really have no idea what to do with this thing!

Which brings me to you dear internets. Do any of you crunchy/organic/natural/healthy friends of mine have suggestions for me? Recipes, tips, links, cookbook suggestions,...whatever you've got. FYI, I didn't get the Bosch, but I do have a very basic bread machine.

I appreciate your assistance! Dh's one catch in me buying it was that I need to use it. So help me out. :)

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Posted by Honeybee

Okay! That's hysterical. Husband's mom gave me one for Christmas. I have no idea what to do with the thing. I've been checking out urbanhomemaker.com which has a lot of good info, I'm just scared to try. It's still in the box. Maybe we s/try tomorrow??! I have a little sack of grain I got for a trial!

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Jan. 30, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by StillHisGirl

Sell it on ebay and go out to a fancy, fattening, expensive meal with your proceeds?

I am (clearly) no help here.

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Jan. 30, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by socalval

Wow - fun stuff. I have hardly any machinery in my kitchen, but that looks like fun! Tell us how everything works out.

Valerie

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Jan. 30, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by MasonMoments

I grind my grains each time I bake and use the flour in everything from muffins/quick breads and pancakes to basic bread (this I don't bake as often as I would like). I still like to use part white unbleached flour along with my whole wheat. I typically modify the recipes I have and that works out well. My favorite cookbook for muffins (which we have at least twice a week) is called "500 Best Muffin Recipes" by Esther Brody and there is a section on "wholesome healthy muffins" but again, I just modify any recipe I like to suit me (using honey/maple syrup or other sugar replacement) decrease the oil if need be with applesauce, etc.

I am not sure what type of wheatberry you have. I use soft white wheat for baking muffins and such and hard white winter wheat for baking bread. The flour looses nutrients quickly so if you don't use it right away, freeze it. That is why I typically grind the flour as I need it.

There is info on the urbanhomemaker with tips and info that might help you. Otherwise just modify your current recipes using the fresh ground flour. http://articles.urbanhomemaker.com/index.php?category=20

I hope that helps some without being confusing. Email me if you have any other questions.

Happy Grinding! -- Amy

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Jan. 30, 2008 - One more website

Posted by MasonMoments

Sue Gregg has cookbooks that I have always wanted to get but have yet to do so including one called "Baking with Whole Grains". I see on her website that you can answer a few questions and get a recipe sampler. Her website is: http://www.suegregg.com

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Jan. 30, 2008 - Right on!

Posted by stillgrowing

Yes, you are absolutely right in our comments on my latest post! The stats of course took none of your points into account.....

The problem with our culture/gov't schools/mainstream medical establishment is that if you are not a square peg fitting into their square hole, then there is nothing they can do for you and you're usually dysfunctional in their book. It's gotta be textbook or they can't figure it/you/your kids out......make sense?? At least that's how it is around here.

And on another note, I wish I had pithy words of advice and wisdom, or even a good recipe for your Nutri-what's-it-called, but I just don't! I'd be intimidated too! But don't let that machine get the best of you, I'm certain someone out there can help you.

You're lovely!

LOVE
Leanne in Longview WA

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Jan. 31, 2008 - Untitled Comment

Posted by BChsMamaof3

I have a nutrimill and I love it! I don't have a cookbook though, I just find things online usually. I use hard red spring wheat kernels for bread baking and soft wheat kernels for making cakes, cookies, etc. I can send you my favorite bread recipe if you like. I'm not sure if I will get it written out tomorrow but in the next couple of days for sure :) Have fun experimenting!
Rosina

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