Kasha

Directions

1. 1
   Bring water to boil in a pot; cook the bow ties.
2. 2
   Drain and cool.
3. 3
   Put kasha in a wide mixing bowl; add the beaten egg.
4. 4
   Mix with a fork until the egg is fully absorbed and all of the grains of kasha are slightly moistened.
5. 5
   Let this mixture dry overnight, or place in a skillet over moderately high heat and stir the kasha until it is dry and the grains separate from each other.
6. 6
   In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil and saute the onions and mushrooms until they are light brown and soft.
7. 7
   Bring 2 cups salted water to a boil in a large pot.
8. 8
   Add the kasha; cook until the kasha has absorbed all of the water.
9. 9
   Mix in the sauteed vegetables and bow ties.
10. 10
    Add salt and pepper to taste.
11. 11
    Serve warm.