Photo: Levi Brown

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Sold as seeds, flour, and puffed cereal—all with a nutty, toasted flavor

Origin: Central America

Why It's Healthy:

Whip It Up:
Bring 3 cups water or broth and 1 cup seeds to a boil; cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cooked amaranth has an oatmeal-like consistency. Enjoy as a hot cereal, or use it to stuff mushrooms or tomatoes. When baking, replace up to ¼ of the white flour with amaranth flour.

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