What is a Wheat Berry?The terms wheat berry, wheat grain, and wheat kernel are all the wheat grain you get when you buy wheat.
I can cook the grain of wheat without grinding it?
Yes you can!
You can cook the wheat and eat it like oatmeal with sugar & milk or put in salads and casseroles.
How do I cook the Wheat?
You can either cook it on the stove or in a slow cooker.
Stove Top Method
1 c. wheat
2 c. boiling water
1/2 tsp. salt
Pick over wheat for foreign bits, then rinse. Place ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or more tender. Drain and cool.
Makes 2-4 servings
Slow Cooker Method
1 c. wheat
2 c. boiling water
1/2 tsp. salt
Pick over wheat for foreign bits, then rinse. Place ingredients in slow cooker for 6-8 hours or overnight on low.
Makes 2-4 servings
Can I Store Cooked Wheat?
Yes you can!
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
To freeze, spread cooked wheat in a thin layer on a cookie sheet and freeze overnight. Then divide the wheat into small freezer bags and place them in the freezer so you can thaw out the only the amount of wheat you need.
