Butternut Squash Wheatberry Mock Risotto

Posted on October 20th, 2011 by peanutbutterfingers

Tonight I had a mini victory in the kitchen.

I made a completely vegetarian dinner and Ryan didn’t even bat an eye at the lack of meat in the dish.

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Ryan is actually pretty great about eating vegetarian dishes, but he’ll sometimes say something like, “I bet this would be amazing with chicken in it.”

Yeah, yeah.

You will eat your beans and you will like them! Smile

Well, tonight Ryan didn’t even mention the fact that no meat was found anywhere near our dinner. In fact, he said it was really great and “the perfect winter meal” because it was so warm and comforting.

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Butternut Squash Wheatberry Mock Risotto

  • Serves: Two as an entrée, four as a side dish
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 cup wheatberries
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 heaping cups butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into cubes
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups fresh spinach

Directions:

  1. Heat oil in a medium size pot over medium heat. Add onions and thyme and cook until onions are slightly soft, about five minutes. Add wheatberries and allow to cook, stirring constantly, for approximately two minutes.
  2. Turn the heat to medium-high. Add broth and butternut squash. Stir constantly and allow to simmer until broth is nearly completely dissolved and butternut squash breaks down and becomes creamy (somewhat like mashed potatoes), approximately 25 – 30 minutes.
  3. Stir in Parmesan cheese.
  4. Add spinach and stir until leaves are somewhat wilted.
  5. Divide up mock risotto and enjoy!

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Something about this dish reminded me so much of creamy risotto, but with a chewier texture that I really enjoyed thanks to the wheatberries.

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This was definitely one of my favorite meals I’ve made in a while. I also think it would be a great side dish on Thanksgiving. The butternut squash in the dish simply screams fall!

And now I wish we had leftovers.

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111 Responses to “Butternut Squash Wheatberry Mock Risotto”

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    Kristin @ STUFT Mama, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:28 pm Said:

    Your victory in the kitchen looks marvelous! I have some huge butternut squashes that I’m trying to figure out what to do with. I have to try this (partly because the name makes me laugh). :) I just might be able to pull this one off on my husband too (the whole no meat thing)! :)

      

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    Sweet and Savvy, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:28 pm Said:

    A man not missing meat? You had quite the accomplishment, lady!:)

      

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    Anna @ Food Fitness Frolicking, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:30 pm Said:

    HAHAHA you are so right..in my house, my dad will always say..”wow this dish is great, but some sausage or beef in it would be great.” Whenever I make a vegetarian dish and he doesn’t say anything..I consider it a win as well :)

    This looks very tasty by the way! YUMMMO.

      

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    Aubrey, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:31 pm Said:

    Will be having this this weekend! Need a recipe for butternut squash… Found it! Thanks, Julie. :)

      

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    Erin @ Girl Gone Veggie, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:33 pm Said:

    Omg that looks amazing!! I love risottos and those pictures just scream yumminess and comfort.

      

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    Ashley @ My Food 'N' Fitness Diaries, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:37 pm Said:

    This look SO good! I’ve been in love with butternut squash as of late, so this might just have to be on the menu for one of next week’s dinners! Where can I find wheatberries? I’ve never used them before and wouldn’t even know where to look.

      

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    gwen, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:39 pm Said:

    i get that comment all the time!! its like oooohhhhkkk why don’t you make it with chicken and we’ll see?!

      

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    Abby @ Abz 'n' Oats, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:39 pm Said:

    This sounds fabulous! :) I’ve never tried wheatberries!

      

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    Jen from Lilly Pea Designs, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:40 pm Said:

    I’d love to make this but I am unfamiliar with wheatberries. Are they commonly found at the grocery?

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    October 21st, 2011 at 8:21 am

    i think i got them at whole foods a while ago!

      

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    Jane, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:48 pm Said:

    I am definitely making this!! It looks fantastic :) I did have to google the Wheatberry and now that I know what it is, it is on the shopping list.

    I even printed it out with a picture for my recipe binder (with many other Julie recipes). Can’t wait to make it.

      

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    Jillian @ DNA and Dessert, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:51 pm Said:

    Do you think some other substitutes like sweet potato or pumpkin puree would work instead of the butternut squash?

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    October 21st, 2011 at 8:22 am

    i think so! definitely worth a try!

      

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    Amanda, on October 20th, 2011 at 7:59 pm Said:

    I love the butternut squash and spinach flavor combination in this! I’ve made butternut squash risotto before, which is delicious, but too time-consuming for most week nights. I’m going to keep wheatberries in mind for next time. Thanks for the suggestion! :)

      

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    Jenn from Much to My Delight, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:02 pm Said:

    Yeah, risotto is one of those rich dishes where you really don’t miss the meat. I made a version last night with wild rice, red wine and caramelized onions. Risotto rules! I’ll have to try it with wheatberries–sounds great!

      

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    Sylvia @ Frolic Through Life, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:04 pm Said:

    I’ve never had butternut squash, but every time i go to the farm stand I hear it calling my name. I might have to buy one now that I have this yummy recipe to try.

      

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    Hillary, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:07 pm Said:

    Would you believe that I’ve never had wheatberries before? Now I think I must!

      

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    Krystina (Organically Me), on October 20th, 2011 at 8:09 pm Said:

    Yum! I hate when I make some delicious meatless meal and my boyfriend says “this is good. but you know what would make it better? meat”. :P

      

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    Alex @ Happicakes, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:17 pm Said:

    oh my gosh this looks so good! i am definitely making this soon.

      

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    Nicole, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:17 pm Said:

    What is a wheatberry? And why use it over arborio rice? Just wondering. I have made regular risotto and butternut squash does well in them all. YUM!

    The Kidless Kronicles

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    October 21st, 2011 at 8:23 am

    they’re high in fiber and are a great source of folic acid and protein, too.

      

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    Cate, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:19 pm Said:

    Yum! Next time you’ll know to double the recipe!

      

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    Rosa - Fitness, Food, Fulfilled, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:20 pm Said:

    I’ve never been able to find wheatberries. Do you get them at a health food store?

      

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    kimmie, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:25 pm Said:

    looks amazing!!

      

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    Nathan Miller, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:33 pm Said:

    Nice work. Butternut squash may be perhaps the best of all squashes. However, its the most work to use, but soo worth all the work. Looks like a very solid dish. Kudos.

      

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    Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:37 pm Said:

    Oh wow–that looks simply DEEEElish! Yumm Y. I totally want to make this–and I even have butternut squash. Score!

      

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    Anna Crouch, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:42 pm Said:

    HA! I started cracking up cause my hubby says the same thing: “That would have been AWESOME with chicken in it.” lol Men……

      

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    Lauren @ What Lauren Likes, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:46 pm Said:

    That does sound and look like the perfect fall meal!! :)

      

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    Chrissy, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:50 pm Said:

    mmmm. This is so what I need tonight. I love the loads of spinach! Good think i have a huge bag just begging to be used!

      

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    Stephy, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:53 pm Said:

    Do you think this would taste good with quinoa? I really want to try this recipe, my boyfriend loves meat and pasta but wants to try and eat more healthfully. This looks like something we could both eat :)

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    October 21st, 2011 at 8:24 am

    i think it would be GREAT with quinoa. i want to try it with barley and brown rice, too.

      

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    chelsey @ clean eating chelsey, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:56 pm Said:

    Looks delicious! John always asks where the meat is. Then I laugh and say TWSS.

      

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    Electra @ vanillabeanlean.com, on October 20th, 2011 at 8:59 pm Said:

    You have had a lot of victories in the kitchen lately! Your shrimp, this … I love it! Keep cookin’ away lady :)

      

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    Mallory @ It's Only Life, After All, on October 20th, 2011 at 9:03 pm Said:

    that looks SO good julie! what a great idea to use wheatberres- i absolutely LOVE their chewiness! i also love that you added spinach to it. yummy!

      

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    TeenyLittleSuperChef, on October 20th, 2011 at 9:04 pm Said:

    Yay, another fun way to use butternut squash. I’m on a serious orange foods kind of a kick right now, and can’t get enough of the squash. Thanks for this tasty looking spin on risotta. I haven’t eaten wheatberries much lately, so this will be a good excuse to get back into them again.

      

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    Ellie@fitforthesoul, on October 20th, 2011 at 9:04 pm Said:

    whoaaa this really looks soooo good!!! I love butternut squash, and I’m quite inspired to eat a boat load of it from here on out. See you next year when I’m turned orange :P And I think it’s suuuch a blessing when a husband or bf is able to appreciate even the least tasty dishes :)

      

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    Diana, on October 20th, 2011 at 9:06 pm Said:

    There is so much deliciousness involved here, I can barely wrap my mind around it!!! I cannot wait to try this. I’ll never know for myself if boys won’t be satisfied with the lack of meat, because I have a feeling I won’t be sharing ;)

      

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    Emily, on October 20th, 2011 at 9:47 pm Said:

    Yum! Seriously, so many of my favorite things are incorporated into this dish- I’m drooling just thinking about it. Thank you for sharing the recipe! I can’t wait to try it. (:

      

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    Claire, on October 20th, 2011 at 9:49 pm Said:

    Hahaha my boyfriend said that exact quote about adding meat to a veggie dish tonight when were out to eat! Must be a guy thing

      

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    Hope, on October 20th, 2011 at 10:01 pm Said:

    I’ve been loving butternut squash lately. This looks great! I love when my fiance doesn’t complain about meat-free meals. Lately, a lot of our meals have been meat free and he seems to love it. :)

      

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    Maggie, on October 20th, 2011 at 10:02 pm Said:

    Three posts in a row with no Sadie pictures? I’m so sad. :(

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    October 21st, 2011 at 8:24 am

    awww! hopefuly today! :)

      

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    Jessica, on October 20th, 2011 at 10:03 pm Said:

    Yay for another great meal for me to try! I am currently eating your squash casserole! Yummm!

      

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    Claire, on October 20th, 2011 at 10:11 pm Said:

    Yummy! That dish makes me want to be vegetarian haha. I do enjoy the meat products, but sometimes it’s refreshing to step away from them! Victory :-)

      

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    Joelle (On A Pink Typewriter), on October 20th, 2011 at 10:15 pm Said:

    This sounds wonderful, and great for a dinner inside a warm kitchen and away from the recent chilly DC air. I don’t think I’ve ever had a wheatberry!

      

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    leslie, on October 20th, 2011 at 10:15 pm Said:

    That looks so good! Making that one for sure!

      

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    Cait's Plate, on October 20th, 2011 at 10:31 pm Said:

    I’m such a sucker for wheatberries. They’re SO deliciously chewy.

      

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    sarah@spinach and spice, on October 20th, 2011 at 10:50 pm Said:

    Boys and their love for meat ;)
    Maybe this will convince my dad that a steak isn’t necessary EVERY night!

      

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    Kirstie @ Musings of a Happy Life, on October 20th, 2011 at 11:20 pm Said:

    Wow! That looks so yummy. I think I know what I’m making for dinner over the weekend!

      

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    jordan @ thedancingdonut, on October 20th, 2011 at 11:25 pm Said:

    ohh can’t wait to make this!! it sounds so easy and delicious. thanks for sharing :)

      

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    Khushboo, on October 20th, 2011 at 11:25 pm Said:

    I’m such a fan of bns- this looks great! Next time try stirring in some goat cheese! I made a pumpkin & goat cheese risotto last week and oh boy was it fab!

      

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    Sarah, on October 20th, 2011 at 11:31 pm Said:

    yumm! this looks super easy and I love butternut squash. Thanks for the recipe!

      

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    maria @ a life to Bragg about, on October 20th, 2011 at 11:34 pm Said:

    Wow this looks awesome and wheatberry is SO good for you. I’ll definitely have to try this. And my husband does the same thing but I still truck along and make the occasional meatless dish anyway :P If he wants meat, he can cook it!

      

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    Amanda, on October 20th, 2011 at 11:50 pm Said:

    This looks delicious! I’ve had a bag of wheatberries in my cupboard foreverrrr and never felt inspired to do anything with them – think this may be the ticket!!

      

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    Lindsey, on October 21st, 2011 at 12:07 am Said:

    Funny every once in awhile I get the same comment from my husband ” This would be soo good with (insert meat here)” haha. I just tell him to cook ;) Kidding, kinda… I try to cook no more than one vegetarian meal a week for him, boys need their meat I guess :)

      

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    Amber K, on October 21st, 2011 at 12:42 am Said:

    I feel lucky! My husband is definitely a meat-lover, but if I ever make him anything he doesn’t complain. Probably helped that I’ve been a vegetarian since I was a kid. So he knew at the very beginning meat wasn’t part of the equation.

    This looks delicious! I’ll have to stick to the rice version so it’s gluten-free, but yum!

      

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    Michelle, on October 21st, 2011 at 1:33 am Said:

    That looks really good! and nice pics too! :)

      

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    Charlotte @ Weekends So Sweet, on October 21st, 2011 at 1:36 am Said:

    Yum! I’m gonna have to try this out in the slow cooker!

      

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    kathleen @ the daily crumb, on October 21st, 2011 at 4:01 am Said:

    wow this looks FANTASTIC! i love love love risotto… but wheat berries as well! can’t wait to try this new recipe.

      

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    Lauren, on October 21st, 2011 at 6:51 am Said:

    This looks scrumptious!

      

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    Gen, on October 21st, 2011 at 7:47 am Said:

    That looks sooo awesome and comforting!!! Will definitely bookmark this recipe! :D

      

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    Claire @ Live and Love to Eat, on October 21st, 2011 at 7:53 am Said:

    I’ve been planning to make a butternut squash risotto and love your idea of using wheat berries – they are so satisfying!

      

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    sarah s, on October 21st, 2011 at 8:15 am Said:

    do you cook the wheatberries prior to adding them in step 1?

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    October 21st, 2011 at 8:20 am

    nope!

      

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    Katie @ Peace Love and Oats, on October 21st, 2011 at 8:27 am Said:

    this looks delicious, and definitely a little different from what you normally cook! lol and i love that it was so good Ryan didn’t make a peep about the lack of meat! I’ll have to send this recipe to my sister in law and see if my brother says anything!

      

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    Gen, on October 21st, 2011 at 8:30 am Said:

    Yum that looks really good!! Perfectly creamy!

      

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    Jamie @ FoodinRealLife, on October 21st, 2011 at 8:47 am Said:

    I wish I liked wheatberries- but alas, I don’t. I’m thinking I may be able to make this with quinoa or barley though- just modify it a little (maybe shortened cooking time)?

      

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    Becky @ Fit Chick on the Fly, on October 21st, 2011 at 8:57 am Said:

    Ryan sounds like my boyfriend… if there’s not enough or any meat in a meal I’ll tell him to go knaw on some beef jerkey or something! Men will be men! :) This dish looks super yummy btw.

      

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    Amanda- The Nutritionist Reviews, on October 21st, 2011 at 9:20 am Said:

    I’ve never had wheatberries. They look neat though!

      

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    Julia, on October 21st, 2011 at 9:21 am Said:

    This looks delicious!! Do you have the nutrition info? Thanks for such an AMAZING blog. It inspires me daily! :)

      

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    Ashley @ Good Taste Healthy Me, on October 21st, 2011 at 9:28 am Said:

    Yum this looks delicious! I’ve never had wheatberries but am tempted to try it.

      

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    Kim @ The Family Practice, on October 21st, 2011 at 9:47 am Said:

    You are so clever! I’ve never had wheatberry? Is is like spelt? I’ve been loving that lately!

      

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    hillary, on October 21st, 2011 at 11:11 am Said:

    yum! skip the cheese and it’s vegan :)
    i’d love to see more veg recipes on here…
    love your site!

      

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    Heidi, on October 21st, 2011 at 12:54 pm Said:

    Looks yummy! I’m trying to do the same thing with my husband, but it’s not going so well. I will definitely try this though!

      

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    Foodie Friday Link Time: Healthier Risotto Made With Wheat Berries | How many calories should i eat a day, on October 21st, 2011 at 2:00 pm Said:
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    Bridget, on October 21st, 2011 at 4:34 pm Said:

    Recipe looks great — will try it tonight! Quick question though–at Whole Foods they have the Red Hard Winter Wheatberries & Wheatberries (soft pastry) — which one do you recommend? Thanks!

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    October 21st, 2011 at 4:37 pm

    oh my gosh, i am assuming the hard winter wheatberries b/c they’re REALLY hard, but i’m not positive! i didn’t know there were different kinds!

      

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    Bridget Reply:
    October 21st, 2011 at 5:29 pm

    Thanks — I guessed and picked the hard winter ones when I was at Whole Foods — now I’m reassured I that I probably guessed the right one. Can’t wait to try the recipe tonight!

      

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    MK Reply:
    October 23rd, 2011 at 5:17 pm

    I get wheatberries in the Latin foods section in my grocery store. The label usually says “hulled wheat” in English. I’ve used both varieties interchangeably, but if you want a bit more chew you should go with the winter wheat.

      

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    Kelly, on October 21st, 2011 at 4:39 pm Said:

    Julie that looks amazing!!!

      

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    Lauren, on October 21st, 2011 at 7:18 pm Said:

    This looks really good! I’m totally a sucker for creamy soups with spinach in them. There’s something about the spinach mixed with the creaminess and a good noodle. Mmm. So wintery!

      

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    Jen, on October 21st, 2011 at 11:47 pm Said:

    This looks fantastic! Soothing almost. Although I’m not a fan of wheatberries – is there a vegetable I could substitute it with? I made your slow-cooker sweet potato and chicken stew a few days ago – delish!

      

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    Nicole @ Giraffelegs, on October 22nd, 2011 at 11:36 am Said:

    yum!!! this looks awesome!

      

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    state bound + baked pumpkin oatmeal « la vida de frida, on October 23rd, 2011 at 5:08 pm Said:
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    Brianna, on October 23rd, 2011 at 7:37 pm Said:

    If using quinoa, should I pre-cook it or follow the same directions as above?

      

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    Julia, on October 24th, 2011 at 7:13 pm Said:

    I made this last night and it was delicious!!! It’s my first time trying wheat berries and I love them! Thanks for the delicious recipe!

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    October 24th, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    that makes me so happy! so glad you liked it!

      

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    Rizzuto « Will Run For Treats, on October 25th, 2011 at 9:17 pm Said:
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    Interviewing | Peanut Butter Fingers, on October 26th, 2011 at 1:28 pm Said:
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    Brittany @Little b's healthy habits, on October 26th, 2011 at 5:31 pm Said:

    Just added this to my to-make list! Going to try it with Quinoa!

      

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    Jessy (squeezetheday), on October 27th, 2011 at 8:54 am Said:

    Why mock ricotto, though? Do you not eat rice?

      

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    Amelia, on October 27th, 2011 at 9:18 am Said:

    I made this last night and it was SO GOOD!!

    Due to a dwindling supply of wheatberries, I used 1/2 wheatberries and 1/2 barley. I think I actually preferred the barley! I also used kale instead of spinach (cut into small pieces and steamed first).

    Thank you for the wonderful recipe! It was delicious and easy – I am sure I’ll be making this quite often :)

      

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    Alison, on November 1st, 2011 at 6:28 pm Said:

    Do you cook the wheatberries first? Boil them ?

      

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    Mindy, on November 13th, 2011 at 8:13 pm Said:

    I made this tonight except for I used barley instead of wheat berries, mozzarella instead of parm, chicken stock instead of veggie, and italian seasoning instead of thyme. I also stirred in about 2 splashes of milk at the end. It was delicious! Thanks Julie :) I definitely will make this again and add goat cheese.

      

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    Foodie Sunday « balletfitgirl, on November 13th, 2011 at 9:35 pm Said:
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    Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run], on November 16th, 2011 at 8:43 pm Said:

    This looks INCREDIBLE, girl. Must make this stat!

      

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    Kate, on November 20th, 2011 at 10:37 pm Said:

    I made this last week for a friend and we both LOVED it. I had an extra serving let over and for once couldn’t wait to have leftovers! I am thinking I may just make it for myself sometime and eat it every night of the week- I don’t think I’d get sick of it. I’ve been sharing the link with everyone I know, one of my friends has already made it. Thanks so much for sharing, such an easy/delicious/healthy recipe. It tastes so rich, but is so healthy. I could go on and on…

      

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    liz g, on December 7th, 2011 at 11:03 pm Said:

    Love your blog! I made this with pearled slow cook barley. Oh my goodness. Sooo yummy. Thanks for writing such an entertaining blog. A friend in Ocala recommended it, and we have since moved to Denver a month ago. It’s cold, and this was perfect for tonight, though my husband still said this would go well with fish. Some habits of not having meat are hard to take for men. Thanks again!!!

      

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    Mushroom Spinach Wheat Berry Mock Risotto | Peanut Butter Fingers, on February 20th, 2012 at 8:19 pm Said:
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    Ashley B, on March 6th, 2012 at 10:01 pm Said:

    Looks creamy and delicious! I really want to try and make this soon! Check my page for a great Sweet Potato- maple quinuoaaa. Def more a sweet treat! Great recipes you have! What caught my attention was the name of your blog! I have a slight obsession with peanut butter :)

      

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    Savory Salmon Oatmeal Hash | Peanut Butter Fingers, on March 7th, 2012 at 9:16 pm Said:
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    Cecilia, on March 8th, 2012 at 9:18 pm Said:

    THIS IS TERRIBLE! I COOKED IT FOR OVER AN HOUR AND THE WHEATBERRIES WERE STILL HARD. I HAD TO THROW THE ENTIRE DISH OUT!

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    March 9th, 2012 at 8:58 am

    i’m so sorry. it’s hard for me to understand how the wheat berries wouldn’t cook in an hour? have you had wheat berries before? they are supposed to be quite chewy when they’re fully cooked.

      

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    Stacy, on April 20th, 2012 at 1:57 am Said:

    I recently found your blog and must say that I love it. I love that you are healhty and fit, yet normal and eat a huge thing of frozen yogurt and what not now and then, and feel great about it! I just tried the risotto tonight and it was fabulous. My hubby liked it too! Yay. I didn’t have wheat berries so I used Kamut. I did have to cook it alot longer and add more broth (expected), but it was well worth the wait. I posted it on my personal family blog :)

      

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    peanutbutterfingers Reply:
    April 20th, 2012 at 8:41 am

    thank you so much, stacy! i’m so glad you found me! :)

      

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