Amaranth is classified as a seed rather than a grain. Belonging to the family Amaranthaceae, amaranth is gluten-free. It can be used in both sweet and savory dishes.

Amaranth and quinoa are considered ancient grains. Compared to quinoa, amaranth is smaller and possesses a distinctive grassy smell and a nutty, herbal taste. When cooking amaranth, it is added to boiling water and cooked until the liquid is absorbed. For a pilaf, the recommended measurements are 1 cup of amaranth to 1 1/2 cups of water; for cereal, 1 cup of amaranth requires 2 1/2 cups of water.

Amaranth seeds can also be popped and added to baked goods for a unique texture. They can be used in various recipes, including salads, breads, and cookies, for both savory and sweet dishes.

Barley is a versatile grain with a rich history dating back thousands of years. It is not only a great whole grain to add to your kitchen pantry, but also a nutritional powerhouse packed with fiber and essential minerals. Whole (hulled) barley has the inedible outer hull removed from the grain while retaining its fiber-rich bran and endosperm layers.

From enriching soups and salads to serving as a base for warm, comforting risotto, there are countless ways to incorporate barley into your meals. 

Cooking Barley is easy:

• Combine 1 part barley with 3 parts water in a saucepan, adding a pinch of salt, and bring the mixture to a boil

• Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, and let it cook until it achieves a chewy but tender texture

• Hulled barley needs 50-60 minutes to cook properly.

Chia seeds, derived from the (Salvia Hispanica) plant, have been a staple food for over 5,000 years. Packed with fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and various vitamins and minerals, they offer numerous health benefits. Chia seeds are an excellent source of dietary fiber, providing 10 grams in just 2 tablespoons. Additionally, they are rich in plant-based protein, containing almost 5 grams per 2-tablespoon serving. 

Incorporating chia seeds into your diet is easy. You can sprinkle them on foods such as yogurt, cereal, or salads, add them to smoothies or soups, or mix them into pancake batter. Another popular option is to make a simple chia pudding. 

Try adding chia seeds to your diet for their nutritional benefits and versatility in cooking.

Quinoa, an ancient Andean staple, that over the past 5000 years, has been nurtured in the Andean valleys of Bolivia, Ecuador, Chile, and Peru.

Despite being technically a seed, quinoa is recognized as a whole grain and serves as an exceptional source of plant protein and fiber. With about 8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber per cup cooked, it stands out for providing a complete protein profile containing all nine essential amino acids. Furthermore, it is a safe gluten-free option for individuals with gluten intolerance.

To cook quinoa, use a ratio of two parts liquid to one-part dry quinoa, similar to cooking rice. Before cooking, rinse the quinoa under cool water using a fine mesh strainer. To enhance the flavor, consider adding herbs or spices such as bay leaves, marjoram, thyme, black pepper, or garlic or onion powder during cooking.

Rye kernels, often known as “rye berries,” consist of about 80-85% starchy endosperm, 2-3% germ, and 10-15% outer bran layers. Unlike most grains, rye contains fiber not only in the bran layers but also in the endosperm.

Rye is a highly nutritious grain with a high fiber content, and is rich in vitamins and minerals. Rye is packed with essential nutrients, particularly phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, iron, and B vitamins. Low on the glycemic index and high in satiety, rye berries are a great choice. 

Cooking instructions:

Rinse the rye in a strainer, for each cup of rye add 3 cups of water, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and simmer for 45-60 minutes until they reach the desired tenderness. Some recipes recommend soaking the rye berries overnight to reduce cooking time and enhance digestibility and nutrient availability, but this step is optional.

Ingredients: Long Grain Brown Rice.

Schullo’s premium brown rice comes out tops compared to brown rice from the USA, Thailand and India. Periodically tested by independent laboratories, our rice is grown in soils with fewer pesticides and fertilizers, which gives us a purer rice. Simply put, we bring you the best, premium, hand-selected rice from the purest coastal regions of Ecuador. Enjoy the delicious nutty flavor of our premium brown rice.

Our premium organic dark chocolate chips are a real treat. 50% cacao along with cacao butter and panela. Perfect for baking, desserts, hot drinks, and snacking. There are numerous benefits to dark chocolate as many scientific studies have noted. Rich in flavanols, minerals and fiber, a small portion of dark chocolate can even put you in a better mood! Due to certain antioxidants (polyphenolic compounds) these help to lower cortisol, a stress hormone. The recommended serving size is 1-2 ounces (30-60 grams), unless you are very stressed…

One day, over a great cup of coffee and some Schullo cookies, we thought, why don’t we provide the same premium ingredients for our customers for their own pantry? The same ingredients we use for your favorite Schullo products. To cut a long story short “Our Pantry” was born.

Ingredients: Organic White Flour.

What is unbleached flour? It is naturally aged flour that has had the bran and wheat germ removed. Unbleached flour naturally retains nutrients, it is high in fiber, folic acid, magnesium and phosphorus, and it is a good source of zinc and nutrients such as vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3 and iron. When flour is left to age as nature intended, the carotenoids or pigments whiten on their own. It’s naturally white, and no additives or chemicals are added whatsoever in the process. Just wonderful!

Ingredients:  Organic Wheat Bran Lightly Dried.

Fiber, fiber, fiber - we know we need it, and we know why it is good for us. Did you know that just half a cup (30 g) of Schullo’s Organic Wheat Bran delivers a huge 13 grams of dietary fiber, which is 52% of your daily need? That half cup also provides 4 g of protein. What’s not to love about organic wheat bran? Perfect for cereals, smoothies, baked goods, yoghurt, meatloaf, breaded meat, fish or chicken, casseroles and more. 

Ingredients: Long Grain Brown Rice.

Schullo’s premium long grain brown rice comes out tops compared to brown rice from the USA, Thailand and India. Periodically tested by independent laboratories, our rice is grown in soils with fewer pesticides and fertilizers, which gives us a purer rice. Simply put, we bring you the best, premium, hand-selected rice from the purest coastal regions of Ecuador. Enjoy the delicious nutty flavor of our premium brown rice.

Ingredients: Organic Whole Wheat Flour.

Schullo’s Premium Organic Whole Wheat Flour is high in fiber because the entire grain of the wheat is ground, retaining all the natural goodness of the bran and germ, just as nature intended. Organic food is grown without the use of man-made pesticides, fertilizers, growth regulators, genetically modified organisms (GMOs), or irradiation. It’s environmentally responsible food production that is socially and economically sustainable. Such production relies on traditional and ancient methods such as crop rotation, organic composting, and biological pest control. 

Ingredients: Organic Quick Oats.

For a fast, nutritious breakfast, there is nothing healthier than Schullo Quick Oats. With one serving you get 16 percent of your daily recommended fiber intake and 6 grams of protein per serving.  Oats help you feel fuller for longer so you can eat your way to better health. Perfect with fruit, nuts, milk, yoghurt and honey. A super healthy replacement in baked goods, smoothies and homemade granolas. Try grinding it and using it as a thickener in soups instead of flour.