Wheat Berry Pilaf
This is certainly a colorful and tasty way to serve pilaf. You can even mix it with brown rice if you prefer a two-grain version. Add meat and salad and make it the centerpiece of your meal.
2 c. wheat berries
5 c. water or chicken broth
3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 bay leaf
½ tsp. thyme
2 tbsp. chopped parsley
½ c. chopped onion
¼ c. chopped mushrooms
¼ c. chopped red pepper
¼ c. chopped celery
¼ c. diced carrots
Bring water or broth to a boil. Add wheat berries and cook for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes. Sauté onion, celery, mushrooms, pepper and carrots in olive oil. Mix vegetables and wheat berries. Add bay leaf, thyme and parsley. Salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 30 minutes or until berries are tender.
Wheat Berry Waldorf Salad
Wheat berries in Waldorf Salad is a match made in heaven; the texture is delightful. You don’t need to mention to your family or guests that it is nourishing; just let them enjoy the texture and flavors.
1 c. fully cooked wheat berries
1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. sweetener
1 1/2 c. crunchy salad apple; chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
1/4 c. celery (optional)
1/4 c. raisins (optional)
1/3 c. yogurt or mayonnaise
2 tbsp. fresh lemon or lime juice
1/2 c. walnut or pecans pieces
Bring wheat berries to boil in 3 ½ cups of water, then simmer for about 60 – 75 minutes. If necessary, add more water. Cool berries and mix with the remaining ingredients.