Garden Bulgur

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp margarine
  • ½ cup chopped celery
  • 1 medium onion, chopped (or a little less)
  • 1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup bulgur or cracked wheat
  • ¼ tsp dried dillweed
  • ¼ tsp dried whole oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth

Procedure

  1. Melt margarine in a large skillet; add celery, onion and mushrooms. Stir until vegetables are tender.
  2. Add bulgur and cook until golden.
  3. Add seasonings and broth. Cover and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  5. Serve.

Notes, tips, and variations

  • If you are cooking on a gas stove, make sure to stir once or twice during the 15 minute simmering.
  • If available, try sprinkling in a little fresh parsley at the end of the cook time.