Barley may not be bold or beautiful, but it's full of hearty taste, great nutrition.(Knight Ridder Newspapers)

From: Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service | Date: March 19, 2001| Author: | Copyright information

Barley is the wallflower of grains.

It sits in the back of the pantry while more trendy grains like quinoa and bulgur and amaranth are asked out to all the kitchen hot spots.

But if you look past barley's mundane appearance, you can appreciate its great personality.

Consider what barley has going for it.

It is cheap.

It's versatile and easy to cook.

It has a pleasant, chewy texture and a mild taste that doesn't overpower a dish.

It is low in calories.

And barley is nutritious and high in fiber.

When it comes to barley, you may think beer ...

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