Winter Three-Grain Salad

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            FOOD FUNNY
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Thanks to George in Poughkeepsie for sharing this with us:

I have my own system for labeling homemade freezer meals. Forget
calling them "Veal Parmigiana" or "Turkey Loaf" or "Beef Pot Pie." If
you look in my freezer you'll see "Whatever," "Anything," "I Don't Know,"
and, my favorite, "Food." That way when I ask my husband what he
wants for dinner, I'm certain to have what he wants."

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            TODAY'S RECIPE
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This hearty and healthy combination of grains, fruits, and vegetables
does double duty as a salad or side dish.

Winter Three Grain Salad

2 cups (500 ml) cooked wheat berries
2 cups (500 ml) cooked barley
2 cups (500 ml) cooked brown or wild rice
1/2 cup (125 ml) dried cranberries or cherries
1/2 cup (125 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup (125 ml) cider vinegar
1/4 cup (60 ml) finely chopped parsley
2 Tbs (30 ml) Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
2 scallions (spring onions), white and green parts, finely chopped
2-4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 medium apple, unpeeled, cored, and finely chopped

Combine all ingredients, tossing to thoroughly mix. Serve chilled or
at room temperature. Serves 6 to 8.
Received on Tue Dec 13 14:13:28 2005