Tag: Grain category

Did you know that grits' origins trace back to the Native American Muskogee tribe, who prepared corn into a coarse meal? This heritage is key to understanding what category grits fall under, as they are fundamentally a ground-corn product prepared as a warm, creamy porridge.

Sorghum, the fifth most-produced cereal crop globally, is a versatile ancient grain with a rich history dating back thousands of years in Africa and Asia. It is primarily categorized as a gluten-free cereal grain, which can be prepared in various forms for human consumption. Its resilience to drought makes it a sustainable crop, increasingly popular in Western markets for its health benefits and versatility.

The USDA's MyPlate initiative places all foods made from wheat, rice, oats, cornmeal, barley, or other cereal grains into the "Grains Group". This comprehensive guide will explain what foods fall under the grain category, detailing the differences between whole and refined grains and providing common examples for each sub-category.