Bulgar Wheat Stovetop Casserole with Sunflower Seeds and Cinnamon: Illustrated Recipe

In a previous article, I showed you how to make your own bulgur wheat. Now I'm going to show you a wonderful way to serve it.

For this recipe, you will need:

• 1 cup bulgur
• 2 cups water (drinking quality)
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Ground cinnamon, to taste
• 1/4 cup pine nuts or sunflower seeds. 1-2 tablespoons of sesame seeds (either white or black) also work nicely.

For equipment, you will need nothing but a cast iron skillet or other heavy pan, and a spatula (metal is best).

This cereal takes about 30 minutes to cook. It can easily be doubled, though you may need a bigger than average pan to do so.

At this point, you can eat the cereal as it is. Or, you can mix it into a salad, casserole, or anything else that pleases your fancy.

The spices you put into the mixture are also versatile. Some suggestions include: cumin, chiles or other peppers, coriander; basil, thyme, sage, or lavender; orange or lemon zest; or any other combinations you enjoy which will stand up to a strong-flavored dish.

Finally, fruits or vegetables (or both) may be added. Sprinkle cheese on top, if you like, or try mixing in yogurt. Make the most of it, and enjoy!