Buckwheat is an excellent whole grain to add to your diet.
Buckwheat is primarily known in the United States as an ingredient in some types of pancakes. In Europe, buckwheat groats, called kasha, are cooked and served much like rice. Buckwheat groats are made from hulled, stripped seed kernels of the buckwheat plant which are ground or smashed to open the kernels. Buckwheat groats are available at most health food stores. Keep them in airtight containers and use as soon as possible after purchase.
Instructions
1. Measure the desired amount of buckwheat groats in a stainless steel or other heavy-duty uncoated saucepan. A serving size is about 1/2 cup per person.
2. Bring twice the amount of water or broth to a boil in the second saucepan. For instance, if cooking 1/2 cup groats, you would use 1 cup water or broth.
3. Toast the buckwheat groats in the pan over medium heat until they turn golden brown.
4. Pour the boiling water or broth over the groats in the pan.
5. Cover the pan and turn the heat down to low. Allow the groats to cook for 20 minutes or until all the water or broth is absorbed.
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