Master Recipe: Wheat Berries

Directions

1. 1
   Sort through wheat berries carefully, discarding any stones.
2. 2
   Rinse well under cool running water.
3. 3
   Place in a large heavy saucepan.
4. 4
   Add water and salt.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently for 1 hours, stirring occasionally.
6. 6
   Drain and rinse.
7. 7
   To serve hot, use immediately.
8. 8
   Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
9. 9
   To store for future use, drain and spread the grains out on a baking sheet to speed cooling.
10. 10
    You can then scoop 1- or 2-cup servings of the cooked wheat berries into seal able plastic bags and freeze them.
11. 11
    They can be heated and served as a side dish, or you can even add frozen cooked wheat berries (without defrosting them) to soups and stews.