Nutrient-Dense Baking: Why Fresh Flour Makes all the Difference

In this episode, we dive into the world of grain milling, whole-grain nutrition, and bread-making with industry expert Gary Leavitt, president of Nutrimill. If you’ve ever considered making your own fresh flour or wondered about the benefits of using a grain mill, this episode is packed with insights!

Gary shares his extensive knowledge from over 45 years in the kitchen appliance industry, discussing the importance of fresh-milled flour, choosing the right grains, and how milling at home can revolutionize your baking. We’ll also explore Nutrimill’s grain mills, their features, and why they’ve become a staple for home bakers.

Episode at a Glance:

What is Nutrimill? Learn about the company’s history and how it became a leader in home milling.
Magimix Toaster & Grain Mills – A look at top kitchen tools for home bakers.
Why Fresh Flour Matters – The health benefits of milling your own grains.
Where to Buy the Best Grains – Azure Standard, Teeton, Palouse Grains, and what to look for in organic options.
Where to Find Fresh Flour – If you don’t want to grind it yourself, check the refrigerated section of health food stores (and always check the mill dates).
How Long Can You Store Fresh Flour? Best practices for freezing flour without losing nutrients.
The Problem with White Flour – Why it lacks necessary nutrients and how whole grains make a difference.
Stone Mill vs. Classic Mill – Understanding Nutrimill’s different models and how they work.
Gary’s Tips for Nutrient-Dense Bread
Getting Started with Milling – What grain berries to buy and everything you need to know to easily make the switch.

Who is Gary Leavitt?

Gary Leavitt has been a pioneer in the kitchen appliance industry for over 45 years, helping families embrace home baking and whole-grain nutrition. His journey began in 1979 when he started working with Bosch Mixers and MagicMill Grain Mills. By 1990, he became the exclusive distributor of Bosch Universal Kitchen Machines in North America.

As a co-founder of Nutrimill, Gary has dedicated his career to developing high-quality grain mills and mixers that make home baking easier and more nutritious. His passion is helping families create wholesome, homemade meals using fresh-milled flour and high-performance kitchen tools.

Beyond his career, Gary is a proud grandfather of 24 grandkids and loves sharing his knowledge with home bakers worldwide.