Kasha With Vegetables

Directions

1. 1
   Soak the dried mushrooms (shiitake or porcini are very flavorful) in water until soft.
2. 2
   Drain, saving the soaking water, and slice, discarding any tough portions.
3. 3
   Add the groats to 3 cups boiling water (including the mushroom-soaking liquid), lower heat, and add the carrot, the onion and the mushrooms.
4. 4
   Cover and simmer until water is absorbed.
5. 5
   Add salt or natural soy sauce to taste.