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Cooked Wheat Berries

Plump wheat berries simmer until tender yet delightfully chewy, releasing a deep nutty aroma and flavor that fills each bite with satisfying, earthy goodness.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Cooked Wheat Berries
Total
1 hr 10 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
1 hr
Serves
9

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
151
Protein
6g
Carbs
29g
Fat
1g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
1g
Sodium
265mg

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  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.