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 ...

Today, I’m thrilled to share a recipe that’s a true ode to spring – an Asparagus Salad with Wheat Berries, Snap Peas, ...

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.

Once you’ve cooked your wheat berries this salad only takes a few minutes to put together and it looks stunning. Choose a fresh pomegranate that is plump, round, heavy, free from cuts and blemishes.

This salad uses ancient grains to create a dish that reflects Mexico and the American South. For chef Maricela Vega it meshes both of their histories while making the most of the foods she is ...