I love baking my own bread, and there's nothing better than stone-ground grain for doing that. My family likes to experiment with different flours (spelt, emmer, einkorn, rye, etc) to see how they change the nature of the sourdough starter and the flavor of the resulting loaf. The idea of grinding my own and getting exactly the mix I wanted was very appealing, and also the best way to acquire the natural yeasts and bacilli that grown on organic grains.
I've been hankering after grinding my own for awhile, looked at getting a grinding attachment for my KitchenAid but most of those use metal rollers and I really wanted to try an actual stone. This mill uses carborundum stones for grinding, so I let my wallet groan a bit and gave it a try.
It really works, although if you're expecting finely ground pastry-style flour you'll probably be disappointed the finest grind I can reliably get is a little coarse. That's not a problem for me--I like it that way. I also like that you can adjust the grind for breakfast cereals (we love cracked wheat) as well.
The mill itself is not all that large, but it's certainly a presence on a kitchen counter; it's encased in wood and very attractive. You'll want to read the directions thoroughly before using it: It can't grind oily or very wet grains, seeds, and nuts--they'll quickly clog up the works and become a pain to clean.
Also, you do not just dump your grain into the hopper and turn the unit on--it won't turn if you do that. Instead, you turn the machine on and get it grinding, THEN pour your grain into the hopper and watch the grind falling into your container. You'll want to adjust the grind by turning the dial in the hopper, and it sometimes help if you grind very hard grain in two passes, the first to break it into large chunks, the second to pulverize into flour.
It's very quick, which is good--there's a large warning sign on the mill telling you to only grind for ten minutes, then let the machine rest 10 minutes to avoid overheating.
It's also very VERY messy; on my first attempt the entire kitchen was covered in a fine rye dust within 60 seconds, and I was coughing a bit.
You may want to grind outside, and wear a facemask. Fine flour particles floating in the air can be a safety hazard, not only because you breathe them but mostly because they're flammable. If you're really filling the air and there's a pilot light around, they can potentially cause a fire.
We improvised a hook over the flour chute from cardboard and a dishtowel, and eventually will fashion a more permanent hook to keep the flour in the bowl. That works really well, and we don't need to mop the whole kitchen after a grind.
Cleaning the mill, not surprisingly, is also a dusty affair. It comes with a brush to clean the rollers and such and it's not difficult to do, but it does take some work. I don't want to contaminate different grinds with leftover flour, so I
Overall, though, it's a great addition for any home baker and recommended.
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NutriMill Harvest Flour Mill
The NutriMill Harvest is one of the most versatile flour mills on the market. Mill grains for bread, beans for soup, or crack grains for a fresh whole grain cereal.
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Refried Bean Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 Medium Onion
- 2 1/2 Cups Water
- 3/4 Cup Ground Black or Pinto Beans
- 1/2 to 3/4 tsp. Salt
- 1/4 tsp. Cumin
- 1/2 tsp. Chili Powder
- 4 Tbsp. Butter
Steps
In a medium saucepan saute chopped onions in oil. Add water, bean flour, and seasoning. Bring to boil, then lower heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in butter until mixture is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Enjoy!
Why You Need a Grain Mill
Grain Mill Story
Whole grains are a super food. The problem is most of the time when a product is labeled whole grain it really isn't.
Because milled grains have a short shelf life many of the naturally existing oils and minerals are removed from commercially milled flour and additives are put in to improve 'nutrition' and 'freshness'. The result is you consuming chemicalized food.
NutriMill grain grinders and seed mills give you the flexibility to create raw, natural, pure flour on demand. If you want to know where your food comes from there is no better way than to mill it yourself in your own home.
With a NutriMill grain mill, you will not only reap all the flavor and health benefits of whole grain nutrition, your budget will also reap the benefits of taking the milling company out of the whole grain equation.
Features
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Easy-Adjust TextureEasily adjust texture with our patented control knob. Mill a full range of textures from cracked grain to pastry fine flour. |
Versatile MillingNo need for a unique milling bowl. Grind flour or crack grain directly into your mixing bowl. |
CSA ApprovedBuilt with a heat resistant nylon motor shield and approved parts in accordance with UL and CSA safety standards. |
Corundum Milling StonesThe Nutrimill Harvest is made with near diamond hard synthetic corundum milling heads to mill even the hardest grains. |
The Most Versatile Mill on The Market
Milling For Everyone
The NutriMill Harvest was designed for daily use in your home. Grain mills are often thought of as wheat flour and bread making machines but they can do so much more.
Though the NutriMill Harvest is excellent for grinding wheat it can also grind gluten-free grains, beans, lentils, rice, etc. Add quinoa flour to thicken your soups or sauces, make rice flour for baby food and breads, create your favorite whole grain cereal with cracked grains, or make delicious brownies with fresh black bean flour.
Powerful
An industry leading 450-watt motor coupled with near diamond hardness milling stones power the Harvest, making sure it is ready for any grinding task.
Beautiful
One of the most beautiful small appliances on the market, you will want to proudly display the Harvest flour mill on your countertop. Choose from a variety of colors to match your unique kitchen style.
Milling For Any Recipe
- Bread
- Baby Food
- Pasta
- Protein Powder
- Crackers
- Cornbread
- Cereal
- Soup
- Crackers
- Cookies
- Dip
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| Price | — | $249.00 |
| Milling Heads | Stone | Stainless Steel |
| Hopper Capacity | 3 Cups | 12 Cups |
| Texture Range | Cracked Cereal to Ultra-Fine Pastry Flour | Fine to Coarse Flour |
| Motor | 450 Watt | 1200 Watt |
| Color | 6 Colors Available | 1 Color Available |
| Warranty | 5 Year | Limited Lifetime |
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| capacity | — | 6.6 gallons | 100 grams | — | 60 ounces | — |
| material | — | Stainless Steel | Beech Wood | Mill Housing is ABS Plastic (BPA Free) | Plastic, Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| wattage | 450 watts | 1000 watts | 360 watts | — | — | — |
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| weight | 18.7 pounds | — | 20.9 pounds | 6.4 kilograms | 7.6 pounds | 2 kilograms |
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Works well!
Bought this as a gift. Milling is very easy and this works extremely well. The only complaint was milling large quantities causes it to get too hot, so it needs frequent breaks to cool off and requires frequent cleaning out in between mills.
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This grain mill is absolutely wonderful. It’s easy to use, and once you taste freshly milled grains it’s hard to have anything else. Definitely an investment that’s worth making. It’s also very aesthetically pleasing. I highly recommend this mill!
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Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2023
The above photo shows my real baking world. I have used a NutriMill Classic for almost 20 years. I purchased the NutriMill Harvest so I could have stone ground grains to add to my baked goods. I love the new NutriMill Harvest. It is quieter than I expected and grinds quickly. It is very easy to adjust the grind and an all over convenience. I know it is decadent to have two separate mills but they both perform different tasks and both perform exceptionally well. NutriMill is an exceptional company which stands by its products.
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