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Re: Basics of Sprouting

Charmaine — Sun, 11 Nov 2012 18:36:06 -0000

My family get excited when I grow sprouts. We usually get a blend of several kinds (radish, alpha alpha, sesame, etc..) and then sprout in a large gallon glass jar. We use screen on the top of the jar to drain after rinsing. We rinse two or three times per day. We then use them on sandwiches, in eggs, or where ever. My husband calls this "live food"!

I had not thought of legumes, but will try them. You said they tasted like fresh peas once sprouted and we love fresh peas.

Thanks for all this information!

Re: Basics of Sprouting

Dianaharty — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:42:49 -0000

There are also people on the net who say not to eat celery, apricot or apple seeds, and alfalfa beans or their sprouts because they contain a compound which has, as part of its composition, arsenic. It's a proven fact, however, that the compound is not only completely safe, but actively fights cancer and inflammation, but it's discouraged in the US because of its non-patent-ability as a cancer treatment, because it occurs naturally and is not replicated in a lab. Read a little more before telling people that eating vegetables and vegetable sprouts will make them sick.

Re: Basics of Sprouting

Kelley in NC — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:10:15 -0000

I had heard that you should not ingest sprouted kidney beans and this is what I have found on the net:

"Soy and kidney bean sprouts are toxic and should be avoided. Sprouted lentils, black eyed beans, partridge peas, peanuts and vetch retain phytates which cause poor digestion and gas

Alfalfa sprouts are mildly toxic - do not eat them every day, and avoid them if you are a cancer patient, have a weak immune system or suffer from inflammation"

Re: Basics of Sprouting

Jodi and Julie — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 11:20:15 -0000

There are sprouting kits you can buy that are plastic containers with holes in them. This allows you to keep the seeds moist without them sitting in water.

Re: Basics of Sprouting

Dianaharty — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 00:07:51 -0000

What do you use as a "sprouting container"? I sprouted carrot seeds in a plastic bag with a wet paper towel, is that what you mean?

Re: Basics of Sprouting

rollayesenia — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 16:36:36 -0000

Hey Cathy, my friend recommended this site and I'm looking for a recipe to make sprouted wheat bread, like the Ezekiel brand. Would you be willing to share the recipe? I'm committed to eating healthier foods and looking for homemade alternatives, (save a little bit of money). Thanks. Yesenia

Re: Basics of Sprouting

Jodi and Julie — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:28:41 -0000

If you look at the comment from Cathy you can see that she uses wheat sprouts for homemade bread. I have never tried it but I'm assuming you would sprout them but not let them get very long and then just stir them into your bread near the end of mixing. Let us know if you you try it!

Re: Basics of Sprouting

Cathy Hammond Warner — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:20:23 -0000

This is great info! I sprout wheat grains to make sprouted wheat bread. It's really easy and the bread tastes great! I haven't tried any other grains yet, but I would like to try sprouting barley to make malt powder.

Re: Basics of Sprouting

mom27kidz — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 23:55:42 -0000

Have you ever used your sprouts in homemade bread? I am wondering how to do it. My DH spends a ton of money on bread made from sprouts and I know I could save money making it myself. Any ideas?