Rice and Wheat Berry Pilaf with Baby Spinach

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   Place wheat berries in heavy medium saucepan.

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   Add enough cold water to saucepan to cover wheat berries by 3 inches.

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   Let stand overnight.

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   Drain.

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   Bring 4 cups water, wheat berries and 3/4 teaspoon salt to boil in same saucepan.

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   Reduce heat, cover and simmer until wheat berries are tender but still slightly firm to bite, about 1 hour.

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   Drain.

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   Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.

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   Add rice and garlic; stir 1 minute.

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    Stir in remaining 1 3/4 cups water and 3/4 teaspoon salt; bring to boil.

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    Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until liquid is almost absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 minutes.

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    Add spinach and cooked wheat berries; stir until spinach wilts and wheat berries are heated through, about 3 minutes.

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    Season with salt and pepper.

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    Serve hot.

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    *Also called hard wheat berries.

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    Available at most natural foods stores.

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    **Available at Indian markets and many supermarkets.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.