Cooked Wheat Berries

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From EatingWell:  March/April 2007

Contrary to popular belief, wheat berries do not require an overnight soak before cooking. Simply boil them for 1 hour to soften the kernels, which will produce their characteristically chewy texture.

About 4 1/2 cups | Active Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 1 1/4 hours

Ingredients

• 2 cups hard red winter-wheat berries, (see Tip)
• 7 cups cold water
• 1 teaspoon salt

Preparation

1. Sort through wheat berries carefully, discarding any stones. Rinse well under cool running water. Place in a large heavy saucepan. Add water and salt.
2. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Drain and rinse. To serve hot, use immediately. Otherwise, follow the make-ahead instructions.

Nutrition

Per 1/2 cup : 151 Calories; 1 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 29 g Carbohydrates; 6 g Protein; 4 g Fiber; 265 mg Sodium; 2 mg Potassium

2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 2 starch

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

• Tip: Wheat berries can be found in natural-foods markets and online at King Arthur Flour, (800) 827-6836, bakerscatalogue.com, and Bob's Red Mill, (800) 349-2173, bobsredmill.com.