10 reasons to use amaranth

[karmafunk]

Just thought I would share this with you.

http://glutenfreecooking.about.com/o...a/amaranth.htm

[bellybuddha]

Wow, good info. I always mix amaranth with my quinoa.

[Manzana]

Very interesting!
I have never tried and have no idea what it looks like but I look forward to giving it a go!

[rulska]

Very nice! I knew about the leaves, but had no idea about the grain. I will seek it out. Thanks.

[karmafunk]

It's a bit like a cross between Bulgar Wheat and cous cous but a little firmer. It's great as a filler in curries and casseroles.

There are a few recipes too:

http://www.saltspringseeds.com/recipe/powerfoods.htm

[kokopelli]

Amaranth is also easy to grow in the UK and very pretty in the garden.

[Manzana]

so when do we plant it?! and does it need a sunny or shaded spot?

[kokopelli]

You plant it in the spring, preferably start seeds off in pots or modules indoors with gentle heat, then plant out when danger of frost is past in a sunny place. There are lots of varieties available, from the shorter garden flower known as 'Love Lies Bleeding', to tall varieties. They're very impressive-looking!

[Manzana]

Thanks!