To hear the cook, writer and teacher Sonoko Sakai tell it, “1955 is the year my mother was liberated.” Several things ...

Fortunately, there is one simple method that works for most any grain — and you probably already know it well. Just boil it like pasta. This method is a common way to partly cook rice in dishes ...

In some parts of the world, a meal without rice is unthinkable. In Chinese and other East Asian languages, the standard ...

Rinse rice under cold running water until water runs clear, 1 to 2 minutes; drain and set aside. Preheat oven to 350˚F.

Brown rice is less milled, or processed, than white rice. This increases its nutritional value. Learn who stands to benefit ...

Now I keep a dedicated rice cooker in my kitchen, and I can see why they’re a must-have for so many. They excel at making plump, perfectly cooked grains. They can either be incredibly simple ...

Grain festivals in India and Japan are colorful celebrations that highlight the vital role of agriculture in both cultures. These festivals not only pay tribute to the earth's bounty but also foster a ...

Bouncy, chewy barley, springy, fluffy quinoa and sourly tangy rye berries: Grains of all shapes, sizes and hues can add deep flavor and lively textures to every meal. You might think that cooking ...