Spiced Apple Bulghur With Honeyed Apple Slices

1. 1

   Place the dried apples in a small bowl and pour the boiling water over them.

2. 2

   Stir in the honey and set aside to steep.

3. 3

   Melt the butter in a 3-qt.

4. 4

   nonstick saucepan, add the bulghur and stir to coat the wheat with the butter.

5. 5

   Toast, stirring constantly, for 3-4 minutes.

6. 6

   In a small saucepan, bring the apple juice to a boil, then add it and the spices to the bulghur carefully, as it will sputter up.

7. 7

   Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.

9. 9

   Add salt.Spoon out into individual bowls and top each bowl with some of the honeyed apple slices.

10. 10

    Serve hot with a pitcher of milk to pour over, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.