Cracked Wheat Pilaf Cracked Wheat Pilaf W Apples Raisins Recipes

APPLE-RAISIN CRACKED WHEAT CEREAL

Steps:

• 1.Place whole kernel wheat into the Vitamix Dry Grains container and secure lid.
• 2.Select Variable 1.
• 3.Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 7 or 8.
• 4.Grind to desired degree of fineness, about 15 seconds.
• 5.In a saucepan, heat salted water to boiling. Slowly add cracked wheat to boiling water, stirring constantly with a wire whisk.
• 6.Reduce temperature to low, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently.
• 7.While cracked wheat is cooking, use the Vitamix Standard container to chop apples.
• 8.Secure lid and remove lid plug.
• 9.Select Variable 1.
• 10.Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 4.
• 11.While machine is running, drop apple quarters through the lid plug opening, using tamper as needed to chop apples.
• 12.Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the chopped apple, cinnamon, raisins and sunflower seeds to the cooked wheat. Stir to combine.
• 13.Cover and let mixture stand for an additional 5 minutes before serving.

CRACKED WHEAT PILAF

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a 3-quart saucepan over moderate heat until it shimmers and cook the cloves, cinnamon, cumin seeds, bay leaf, and turmeric (if using), stirring and shaking the pan, until the spices are fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the onion and ginger and cook until the onion is translucent, 2 to 3 minutes longer. Add the chicken stock, then bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the cracked wheat and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and return the mixture to a boil.
• Remove from the heat and let the pilaf stand for 30 minutes. Remove the cloves, cinnamon, and bay leaf and fluff the pilaf with a fork and season with salt to taste before serving.

CHEF FLOWER'S CRACKED WHEAT PILAF - KIBRISLI BULGUR PILAVI

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a small saucepan with lid. Add onion, mix until the onions are transparent. Reduce heat to low and add vermicelli, mix, simmer for two minutes or until the vermicelli looks golden (but not burnt).
• Add bulgur into the saucepan, mix then add the chicken/vegetable stock, tomatoes and season. (Do not add salt if your stock is high in salt), Mix well.
• Cover the pan and simmer very gently heat for four minutes, until the mixture is moist but not watery. If is too dry add more chicken/vegetable stock. Turn off heat.
• Cover with tea towel, place the lid tightly on top and let it stand for 10 minutes before serving.

RICE PILAF WITH APPLES & RAISINS

Steps:

• In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; saute onion until tender, 4-6 minutes. Add rice; cook and stir until lightly browned, 4-6 minutes., Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 15-20 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

CRACKED WHEAT PILAF & CRACKED WHEAT PILAF W. APPLES, RAISINS

Steps:

• Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add 1 cup bulgur wheat, reduce heat to medium, and cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Pour into a strainer and drain well.
• Transfer half to another dish for the children.
• For the Children: Stir in the apples, raisins, pecans (if using), and butter. Season with salt, if desired.
• For the Adults: Put the lemon zest, lemon juice, green onions, garlic, Tabasco sauce, garbanzo beans, and olives in a small microwave safe dish. Microwave at full power for 2 to 3 minutes. Fold into the bulgur wheat for the grown ups. Season with salt and cayenne.
• NOTE: If desired, the apples and raisins can be softened and plumped in apple juice. Place the dried fruits in a microwave safe dish and cover with apple juice. Microwave at full power for 1 minute. Let stand, then drain when ready to use. Serves 2 adults and 2 or 3 children.
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