Cookbook Giveaway - Bowls of Plenty

January 28, 2017·Jenny

Bowls of Plenty: Recipes for Healthy and Delicious Whole-Grain Meals by Carolynn Carreño is not your typical grain book. It is chock full of international recipes, American favorites and desserts. Carolynn makes grain bowls cool, tempting and delicious. You will be bowled over (as I was by this title). (I'm here all night tip your servers.)

For more information on this title, please see our review and recipe post.

We are pleased to offer two copies of Bowls of Plenty to our EYB Members in the U.S. One of the entry options is to answer the following question in the comments section of this blog post:

How do you utilize more grains in your meals?

Please note that you must be logged into the Rafflecopter contest before posting or your entry won't be counted. If you are not already a Member, you can join at no cost. The contest ends at midnight on March 3rd, 2017.

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83 comments

camtncookJanuary 28, 2017

I look for breads with whole grains...

fixmealittlelunchJanuary 28, 2017

I like to eat grains for breakfast - quinoa is one of my favorites for this. I also toss it into granola.

sgumpJanuary 28, 2017

I often replace some (or all) of the protein in a "traditional" dish with an interesting grain. (Kamut is one of my favorites these days.)

mpdeb98January 28, 2017

I swap out potatoes for whole grains, and look for other ways to incorporate whole grains into the food my family eats.

laurieskJanuary 28, 2017

I buy whole grain bread.

imjammin2January 28, 2017

I like to add grains to my salads!

fjainJanuary 28, 2017

I try not to consider it an optional item. In other words, most suppers include grains in either the salad or main course - it's expected by the family!

LafauvetteJanuary 28, 2017

Adding grains to salads and soups!

banba1January 28, 2017

I am still not very good at it -- I need help! At best I do try to substitute brown rice or quinoa for white rice where I can...

Lem9579January 28, 2017

I replace things like pasta, potatoes and white rice with grains. I've discovered interesting ones like rye and farro and some others that work well.

lebarron2001January 28, 2017

I have recently learned to look for the whole grains stamp on packaged goods such as cereal and crackers.

rchesserJanuary 28, 2017

We try to eat oatmeal several days of the week and quinoa at least twice.

daniellespinato1January 28, 2017

I like to pair grains and roasted veggies for the base of a meal.

allthatsleftarethecrumbsJanuary 28, 2017

I am trying to serve more grains as a side in place of potatoes and rice.

SiegalJanuary 28, 2017

I've been making whole wheat breads

jezpurrJanuary 28, 2017

Using grains as side dishes, accompaniments, in baking, and main dishes!!!^_^

crissynourJanuary 29, 2017

Quinoa or barley for breakfast--cook as directed, then add your favorite oatmeal toppings--milk, fresh or dried fruit, honey, raisins, cinnamon, etc.

jenniesbJanuary 30, 2017

I cook up a cup each of 3 or 4 different grains every couple of weeks in my pressure cooker (so fast), freeze 1/2 c. of each, and blend the rest. I use this "base" for different grain dishes or bowls all week. My husband and I love having this mix around.

NancithJanuary 28, 2017

I have plenty of whole grains in my pantry & frig, & try to use more whole-grain products such as pasta.

vicksterJanuary 29, 2017

We eat grains in bowls, but not too creatively. This book sounds like it contains a lot of good ideas.

amandacooksJanuary 28, 2017

I use whole grains in place of white flour in much of my baking and like to use interesting grains like farro and quinoa in dishes that would normally have pasta or white rice.

ssurbrookJanuary 29, 2017

I got a bread maker bad in 2007 and have been making whole grain wheat bread ever since. I have also switched to whole grain wheat pasta and eat the oat cereals when I eat cereal. Grew up on hot oatmeal and started my grandkids on it when they lived with me. Also love the wheat crackers.

NhcookingdivaJanuary 28, 2017

Switching to whole grain pasta.

ballenJanuary 29, 2017

Add them to smoothies.

jupfluteJanuary 29, 2017

Grain salads

ravensfanJanuary 28, 2017

We eat more whole grains - in pasta, bread, and cereal.

gjelizabethJanuary 28, 2017

I use oatmeal for both sweet and savory bowls.

lgroomJanuary 28, 2017

I try to have brown rice and veggies as a meal a couple nights a week.

MariarosaJanuary 28, 2017

I add different types of grains to soups and to chili.

Lmeyers520January 28, 2017

I like to have them for breakfast and with roasted fish

FrenchCreekBakerJanuary 28, 2017

Almost always bake bread with a combination of different whole grains added with white flour. Enjoy grain based veggie bowls.

VbroussardJanuary 28, 2017

I'm hoping to make more whole grain-based salads to pack for lunch at the office.

lhudsonJanuary 30, 2017

Would love the opportunity to learn how to use more grains in my cooking.

ckbkcollectorJanuary 29, 2017

adding more grains to meals

auntietinaJanuary 31, 2017

I like whole grain salads.

LarkspurJanuary 30, 2017

I use quinoa mixed with veggies.

keelz23January 30, 2017

I am terrible at using whole grains. I try to use whole grain pasta, but could use a lot more!

beetangsuratJanuary 30, 2017

I use whole grains to make grain bowls with roasted vegetables and top it off with a salad dressing.

stephlindeJanuary 31, 2017

I make sure when I'm at the store, I buy whole grain as much as possible - to make it the only option when I'm at home. Brown rice, quinoa, and oats make regular appearances, as well as whole wheat tortillas, whole wheat pasta, and homemade whole wheat pizza crust.

KatiefayhutsonJanuary 30, 2017

Whole grain pastas and breads

megganJanuary 30, 2017

Grain salads - farro, barley, rye.

motherofpearl81January 31, 2017

I recently got into chia seeds and am loving quinoa.

debbygJanuary 31, 2017

I look for healthy ways to bring grains back in my life. This book looks awesome!

cocecitycookJanuary 31, 2017

I love grains in soup.

SfgordonFebruary 1, 2017

There are lots of kinds of grains that work as porridge/oatmeal. A local miller sells barley flakes, for example, that are quick and filling and take well to either sweet or savory applications.

TeruskaFebruary 2, 2017

I look forward to bowls of grain. We eat whole grain where possible. Not pasta. Can't, just can't.

t.tJanuary 31, 2017

I try to use grains as a side in place of white rice or pasta

deucemomJanuary 31, 2017

I would like to use more grains, right now I use a lot of brown rice, farro and oatmeal.

rosyannposyFebruary 1, 2017

I add whole grain flours in my baking, replacing white flour.

cambridgecookFebruary 1, 2017

I've been using millet more as a side dish or base for grain bowls.

PennyGFebruary 3, 2017

I love grains - Pilafs, Tabbouleh ...

annieskiFebruary 3, 2017

always have a bowl of cooked grains in the fridge to add to salads and bowls.

DoMaReFebruary 2, 2017

Bowls, bowls, bowls!

LaurenBFebruary 3, 2017

I love grains in salads

veroreneeFebruary 5, 2017

Quinoa instead of rice, sometimes whole wheat noodles instead of regular ones.

sarahawkerFebruary 6, 2017

I substitute various grains for rice or noodles in soup. Whole grain flour in muffins for the kids.

pandapotamusFebruary 6, 2017

grain salads

niniacedoFebruary 7, 2017

I make a great quinoa and grains sandwich bread!!

MollyBFebruary 8, 2017

I always cook big batches (barley, wheat berries, short-grain brown rice) when I need them, then freeze some to have on hand to add to salads or stir-fries.

kaliedraFebruary 8, 2017

I am not great at adding grains, rice is the one that makes the most frequent appearance but I need to learn more on this.

lils74February 10, 2017

I like them in stews.

sarahcooksFebruary 11, 2017

I like to make bowls with a variety of whole grains.

clhiodFebruary 11, 2017

My favorite grain is red rice and I love adding it to salads. Chewy, sweet, and delicious!

jlbutsonFebruary 10, 2017

I like to cook quinoa in advance and use to order in salads - a favorite is with chopped avocado, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro tossed in a simple olive oil and lemon juice vinaigrette.

TeawenchFebruary 9, 2017

I haven't yet but am looking at incorporating them into salads

ccavFebruary 12, 2017

I always have quinoa, whole oats, wheat and rye berries, brown rice and millet in my pantry and like to make big batches in my rice cooker. I freeze leftover cooked grains and can add them to salads, soups and stews during the week when I don't have the time to cook them for work lunches and dinners after work.

bstewartFebruary 13, 2017

I sneak quinoa in *everything*

HapaFebruary 10, 2017

Trying to add quinoa to my salads. I have tried a few quinoa bowls but haven't found one I love.

SuzwFebruary 12, 2017

Add grains to salads.

fiaroseFebruary 11, 2017

i bake with whole grain flours! i love the texture and the more complex flavors.

cezovskiFebruary 13, 2017

I add a lot of grains in my salads and stews
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tennyogirlFebruary 11, 2017

I'm a big fan of quinoa.

choppergirlFebruary 12, 2017

Add them to my soups!

RSWFebruary 21, 2017

In salads

TarquinflimbimFebruary 14, 2017

I've been using farro a lot lately.

Emily HopeFebruary 14, 2017

I have been making a lot of farro dishes--often warm salads with roasted vegetables and nuts.

rosiedunninghamFebruary 13, 2017

I use brown rice instead of white, and use quinoa in salads!

ninaarahgnisFebruary 15, 2017

I make rice balls and sushi type things out of different types of grains.

begbertMarch 1, 2017

use mostly grains for sides and always add them to soups!

infotropFebruary 23, 2017

I've been substituting barley in my risotto recipes. Works great!

agale723March 3, 2017

Overnight oats with chia seeds!

LeahspitzerMarch 2, 2017

Overnight oats for breakfast or oat risotto for lunch!

jessmonkeyFebruary 28, 2017

old fashioned oats in the morning and cooking grains as sides in my pressure cooker