Rye is a cereal grain that looks like wheat but is longer and more
slender and varies in color from yellowish brown to grayish green.
It is generally available in its whole or cracked grain form or as
flour or flakes that look similar to old-fashioned oats. Because it
is difficult to separate the germ and bran from the endosperm of
rye, rye flour usually retains a large quantity of nutrients, in
contrast to refined wheat flour.Although wheat products reign
supreme on the shelves of supermarkets in the United States, foods
made from whole rye are worth looking for, not only for their rich,
hearty taste, but for their numerous health benefits. Like most
grains, rye is available throughout the year.
