243. Two Surprising Things You Can Mill Besides Wheat

Your grain mill can do more than grind wheat berries.In this episode we explore 2 lesser-known grains that can bring new flavor, variety, and protein to your homemade kitchen: field pea flour and fresh-milled cornmeal.You’ll learn how to turn whole, dried field peas into a protein-rich flour, how to use it to thicken soups and gravies or add protein to your favorite baked goods, and why you shouldn’t try baking with it as your only flour. Michelle also shares practical tips for protecting your grain mill when grinding larger seeds and removing the tough outer hulls from pea flour.Then, discover why freshly milled corn tastes so different from store-bought cornmeal, how to choose the right corn for milling, and simple ways to use it in cornbread, tortillas, pizza, and English muffins.If you love making real food from scratch, this episode will encourage you to look beyond wheat, experiment with ingredients you may not have considered, and discover new ways to make your everyday homemade food even more delicious.This episode's sponsors:https://www.hearthandhomesteadstore.com/shop Use Code SOULYRESTED to save $$https://soulyrested.com/coffeehttps://soulyrested.com/teasGrab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: https://soulyrested.com/pantry/Go here to get special offers for podcast listeners in your inbox: https://soulyrested.com/podcast/ FREE resources:Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvqLearn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundzLooking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/About Michelle VisserHi, so nice to meet you! I’m Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But I’m passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.👋Find me in all the places:My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8PuMy website: https://soulyrested.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrestedPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichelleVisserCONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)comIf you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Ancestral Kitchen, Pioneering Today with Melissa K Norris, Simple Farmhouse Life with Lisa Bass, Pantry Chat with Homesteading Family, Sue's Healthy Minutes with Sue Becker, Old Fashioned on Purpose with Jill Winger, The Wildly Capable Show with Liz and Joey Haselmayer, ZOE Science & Nutrition, Maintenance Phase