Cracked Wheat Pilaf Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time5 MinCooking Time30 Min
Ready In35 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings4
CuisineCourse
MethodDish
Main Ingredient

Ingredients

 Butter/Margarine3 Tablespoon
 Cracked wheat1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Onion1/4 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 3 to 4 cups boiling consomme
 Salt1 1/2 Teaspoon
 Pepper1/4 Teaspoon

Directions

Melt butter in heavy saucepan.
Stir cracked wheat and onion into it.
Cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes.
When cracked wheat is golden, add 3 cups of the consomme and salt and pepper.
Simmer, covered, over low heat for about 30 minutes, or until tender.
After 20 minutes, check for moisture; if necessary, add remaining consomme (start with 1/2 cup) to prevent scorching.
Serve instead of potatoes or rice.
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