Cooked Wheat Berries

By sz8jm9

Eating Well

Nutrition:
Per 1/2 cup: 151 calories; 1 g fat ( 0 g sat , 0 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 29 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 6 g protein; 4 g fiber; 265 mg sodium; 2 mg potassium.

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Step 1

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.