| Montana High Plains WHEAT BERRY CHILI This soup supplies over 31 grams of whole grain per serving and meets the criteria as an “Excellent Source” of whole grains. Ingredients: Packaged Wheat berries Montana High Plains Chili seasoning packet Additions: 1 lb. Ground Turkey 1 14 oz Can Beef Or Vegetable Broth 1 28 oz Can Tomato Pieces Optional: 1/2 Cup Red Wine Cooking Directions: Soak wheat berries in cold water overnight, then bring to a simmer in a pot of fresh water for 50 minutes. In a separate pot, sauté ground turkey in 2 T. oil. Stir in the contents of seasoning packet, and, if desired, add the red santaka chili pepper for more heat. Add broth, drained wheat berries and tomatoes, and simmer 1 hour. If desired, add optional wine and serve with grated cheddar cheese, or sour cream, on top, and round up the campers for this hearty whole grain chili! Vegetarian Version: 1 Large Baby Eggplant, Diced, Not Peeled. 1 Large Sweet Onion, Chopped. Cut up one large eggplant into 1/2 inch cubes, lightly salt and let stand fifteen minutes.; Heat 4 T oil in 4 quart pot, add eggplant and one large sweet onion chopped, tossing and turning to brown lightly. Add broth, wheat berries and tomatoes and simmer 1 hour. Serve with grated cheese, if desired. Serves: 6 Cooking Time: 2 hours |
