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Classifications of RiceShort-grain Rice Varieties | Medium-grain Rice Varieties | Long-grain Rice Varieties
Some grains, such as rice, are available in many different types and varieties.
Amaranth
Locations where consumers can purchase the whole grain and various products made from the grain:
Natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Food co-o...
Use the charts below to help determine how much to buy of the foods listed below when preparing a meal or a recipe for a specific number of people.
Pasta Buying Guide | Rice Buying Guide | Egg Buying Guide | Meat Buying Guides
Pasta Buying Guide
The quantities in the chart below are approximates only.
General Guidelines | Recommended Storage Methods for Whole Grains
General Guidelines
Like many other foods, grains are perishable; however, the shelf life of grains is usually much longer than that of most foods.
When purchasing grains, it is important to read and understand the label to ensure that the products you purchase are what were intended and are of the best possible quality....
The many types of grains that are used for food have much in common despite the differences in size, color, texture, and flavor. All grains are the seeds of the plants, and the composition of the seeds or grains is basically the same.
Types of Wheat Flour | Types of Non-Wheat FlourImportance of Gluten | Wheat/Non-Wheat Flour Proportions
Flour is the main ingredient in all types of breads. Different types of flour milled from wheat are most commonly used for making bread.
Knowing a little about ham helps to insure that you are selecting ham that is the appropriate type and quality for the ham recipe you are preparing. See our Ham Cooking Times to be sure you are cooking the ham for the appropriate time to produce a safe and delicious ham.
Most types of flour keep well in a sealed container in a cool, dry, and dark location. The original paper packaging used for many types of flour is fine for long term storage as long as the package has not been opened.
Fish Cuts
When shopping for fish, it is beneficial to know what the different types of cuts of fish are so that you know exactly what you are purchasing. The basic cuts are described below.
Marketing Methods | Quality Factors | Purchasing Tips | Read the Label
Olive oil has been a staple in the Mediterranean diet for centuries and has also become very popular in the United States as well.
Leavening Agents | Liquids | SaltsFats and Oils | Sweeteners | Other Flavoring Ingredients
Leavening Agents
Leavening agents are the substances that allow bread dough to rise.
Selecting Cuts | Inspection and Grading | Look and Feel | Quantity to Buy
Selecting Cuts
A successful outcome in cooking lamb depends on matching the recipe or cooking method with an appropriate cut of lamb.
Eggshell and Yolk Color | Egg Size | Egg Grading | Egg Freshness
When shopping for food items, it is often beneficial to learn something about the products before you purchase them.
Tips on Selecting Cuts | Terms | Description of Cuts | Inspection and GradingRead the Label | Look and Feel | Quantity to Buy | Purchasing in Quantity
When shopping for pork there are several things that you need to consider so that you will be assured of purchasing the correct quantity, quality and type of pork to satisfy your needs.
A Guide for Selecting the Proper Wheat Flour
It is wise to use flours specifically formulated for various baked goods, such as bread flour or cake flour, although all-purpose flour is suitable for a majority of items.
There are many varieties of pre-made sauces available in food stores and specialty shops that can be used with all varieties of pasta. Experimenting with the pre-made sauces will be the best way to determine what fits your personal preference.
When making homemade pasta you will need to decide what type of flour you want to use. If making a flavored pasta that requires something other than a different variety of flour, you will need to purchase the necessary flavoring agent.
Beef cuts should be selected according to the planned method of cooking. For example, if beef is to be cooked on a grill, a tougher cut from the round or plate should not be purchased, unless the intention is to tenderize the meat before cooking it.

Type of Flour
Where the Flour can be Purchased
Amaranth Flour
Commonly found in natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Large food stores
Mail order suppliers
Arrowroot Flour
Some large food stores
Specialty shops
Natural and health food stores
Barley Flour
Natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Large food stores
Buckwheat Flour
Natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Kosher markets
Kosher sections of large food stores
Mail order suppliers
Corn Flour
Cornmeal, Corn Flour, and Cornstarch:
Most food stores
Hispanic markets
Atole Flour, Blue Cornmeal, Harinilla, and Masa Harina:
Hispanic markets
Specialty shops
Hispanic sections of some large food stores
Mail order suppliers
Farro Flour
Natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Mail order suppliers
Flax Seed Meal/Flour
Natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Well-stocked food stores
Garbanzo Bean Flour
Middle Eastern markets
Specialty shops
Natural and health food stores
Job's Tears Flour
Natural and health food stores
Some Asian markets
Mail order suppliers
Kamut® Flour
Natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Millet Flour
Natural and health food stores
Mail order suppliers
Indian, African, and Korean markets
Some large food stores
Oat Flour
Large food stores
Natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Quinoa Flour
Natural and health food stores
Some large food stores
Rice Flour
White Rice Flour:
Most large food stores
Natural and health food stores
Brown Rice Flour:
Natural and health food stores
Specialty shops
Sometimes found in large food store
Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Italian, Spanish, Middle Eastern, or any other market specializing in rice varieties native to a particular nation or region.