Whole Grain • Stone GroundFriend of the HeartAll NaturalKosherProfessional and home bakers have, for many years, added Pumpernickel Dark Rye meal to their Rye breads. Rye meal greatly enhances the texture and flavor of your favorite rye breads. Pumpernickel Meal makes a great addition to any bread recipe and can even be cooked as a hot breakfast cereal.
The peoples of Northern Europe and Russia use rye as their principle bread and cereal grain. Although rye has always been a minor grain in this country, with the current interest in whole grain eating, its use has been on the increase. Rye is rich in manganese, phosphorus, potassium and iron and is approximately 12% protein. The rye berries range from a golden hue to sage green. Often mistaken for moldy grains, the sage green color is unique to rye berries.
