Quick Kasha Pilaf

Yield:
4 servings

Kasha (roasted buckwheat) is a whole grain with an appealing nutty flavor

Ingredients:

  1. 1 small carrot, sliced
  2. 1 small onion, cut into 8 pieces
  3. 1/2 celery rib, sliced
  4. 2 teaspoon olive oil
  5. 1/2 cup kasha (buckwheat groats)
  6. 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  7. Salt to taste
  8. Pepper to taste
Directions:

In a food processor, pulse the carrot, onion and celery until finely chopped.

In a large, heavy saucepan or small Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Stir in the chopped vegetables. Saute until soft for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Mix the kasha into the sauteed vegetables. Stir until fragrant and slightly darker in color, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour in the broth. Cover the pot tightly.

When liquid boils, reduce heat and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.

Turn off the heat and let pilaf sit 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Add salt and pepper as desired and serve.

Source: American Institute for Cancer Research


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