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    The Incredible Bulks

    Welcome! I'm So Glad You're Here!

    On this blog, you'll find recipes that use ingredients typically found in the bulk section of the grocery store--like whole grains, dried beans, nuts, and more. Why? Because they save you money, produce less waste, and are nutritious.

    I'll teach you how to use them in ways the whole family can enjoy!

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    In this section, you'll find all my tutorials on how to cook different healthy ingredients.

    • A measuring cup full of uncooked brown rice.
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    • A bowl of Cooked wild rice next to an Instant Pot.
      How to Cook Wild Rice in the Instant Pot (Perfect Every Time!)
    • A small bowl of cooked black beans next to an Instant Pot.
      Instant Pot Black Beans
    • A rice cooker full of cooked farro. A spoon is digging into the farro.
      How to Cook Farro in a Rice Cooker

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    There are so many different nutritious ingredients out there that you might not be familiar with. Let me introduce you!

    • a measuring cup full of dried great northern beans.
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    • a small bowl of cooked kidney beans and a napkin.
      A Complete Guide to Kidney Beans
    • a measuring cup full of dried pinto beans.
      What are Pinto Beans?
    • a bowl of cooked pinto beans.
      Health Benefits of Pinto Beans

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    This vs That

    Have you ever wondered what the difference is between two similar ingredients? This section is for you.

    • a pile of dried red beans next to a pile of dried kidney beans.
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    • a pile of dried navy beans next to a pile of dried great northern beans.
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    • a pile of dried pinto beans next to a pile of dried black beans.
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    • a pile of uncooked quinoa next to a pile of uncooked rolled oats.
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    Hey, I'm Emily!

    I'm a mother of 4, trying to expand my kids' taste palate beyond buttered noodles. Shopping in the bulk section of the grocery store has helped us try new and healthy ingredients, and I hope to spread the bulk shopping love to you! Enjoy! 

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