Cracked Wheat Pilaf Recipe

This Cracked Wheat Pilaf is a regular dinner option for me! A delicious substitiute for rice, this Cracked Wheat Pilaf tastes good with green salads, seasonings and relishes. Try it out and tell me if you like it !

Summary

Servings4Cuisine
Course

Ingredients

 Butter/Margarine4 Tablespoon
 Onion1 Small, chopped
 Cracked wheat1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Chicken bouillon cubes3
 Hot water2 1⁄2 Cup (40 tbs)
 Vermicelli1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) (Vermicelli Pieces)
 Onion salt4⁄5 Teaspoon
 Chopped parsley3 Tablespoon
 Thyme1 Teaspoon

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 328 Calories from Fat 116

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 13 g20.2%

Saturated Fat 7.8 g39.1%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 32.3 mg10.8%

Sodium 990.8 mg41.3%

Total Carbohydrates 47 g15.6%

Dietary Fiber 8.7 g34.8%

Sugars 2.2 g

Protein 8 g15.7%

Vitamin A 27.7% Vitamin C 32.1%

Calcium 4.9% Iron 12.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Melt the butter or margarine over medium heat in a 2quart saucepan.
Add the onion, and saute lightly.
Add cracked wheat, stirring to coat the kernels with butter.
Stir until lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.
Dissolve bouillon cubes in hot water, and add to the cracked wheat.
Add vermicelli pieces, onion salt, chopped parsley, and thyme.
Cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until tender.
NOTE: Any grain may be substituted for the wheat.
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