As part of the preparedness series, we have been talking about the many ways to use wheat as an emergency food item. Making wheat berry cereal is the most simple way to utilize your wheat.
The Recipe
1 cup wheat
2 1/2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional:
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Combine wheat, water, salt and cinnamon in a slow cooker or instant pot. Stir together and cook on low for 6-8 hours, overnight. Sprinkle with nutmeg and serve with cream and honey or pure maple syrup. You could also use them as a cooked grain in any meal, such as with stir fry or seasoned as a side to a main dish.
2 1/2 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional:
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Combine wheat, water, salt and cinnamon in a slow cooker or instant pot. Stir together and cook on low for 6-8 hours, overnight. Sprinkle with nutmeg and serve with cream and honey or pure maple syrup. You could also use them as a cooked grain in any meal, such as with stir fry or seasoned as a side to a main dish.
