When wheat is harvested and processed, the wheat berry contains all three parts intact, making it a whole grain. It is commonly used in cooking and baking for its nutritional value and hearty texture.
Wheat berries — the whole, unprocessed kernel — can be ground into flour for making bread, or cooked and eaten like rice in pilafs, casseroles and stews. Whole wheat has long been prized for ...
Fill a medium saucepan with heavily salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. 2. Stir in wheat berries, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook until tender but still chewy, about 30 to 40 minutes.