Master Recipe Wheat Berries

From eating well

Sort through wheat berries carefully , discarding any stones.

Rinse well under cool running water.

Place in a large heavy saucepan.

Add water and salt.

Bring to a boil over high heat , then reduce heat , cover , and simmer gently for 1 hours , stirring occasionally.

Drain and rinse.

To serve hot , use immediately.

Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

To store for future use , drain and spread the grains out on a baking sheet to speed cooling.

You can then scoop 1- or 2-cup servings of the cooked wheat berries into seal able plastic bags and freeze them.

They can be heated and served as a side dish , or you can even add frozen cooked wheat berries to soups and stews.

wheat berries, cold water, salt