Recipe Type: Basic Cooking Instructions

 

February 27, 2025

Potlatch Pilaf Cooking Instructions

Potlatch Pilaf

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How to prepare the basic grain to use as a side dish or base for other dishes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Bluebird Potlatch Pilaf
  • 2-2 1/4 cups water or stock
  • pinch salt

Methods

Stovetop Instructions
  • Saute 1 cup of dry Bluebird Potlatch Pilaf in 1 TBSP olive oil with a pinch of salt.
  • Add 2 1/4 cup water or stock and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, covered for 35-40 minutes (more for softer grains) or until grains reach desired tenderness.
  • Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes, covered.
Rice Cooker Preparation
  • Combine 2 cups of water or stock with 1 cup of Bluebird Grain Farms Potlatch Pilaf.
  • Cook on white rice setting.

 

February 27, 2025

Old World Cereal

Emmer Farro

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Basic preparation of Bluebird Grain Farm's Old World Cereal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Bluebird Old World Cereal Blend
  • 3 cups water (can use milk but you need to pay more attention when cooking!)
  • pinch salt

Methods

Stovetop Preparation
  • Combine 1 cup of Bluebird Grain Farm's Old World Cereal blend with 3 cups of water (or milk if desired) and a pinch of salt in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently for 12-15 minutes or more for more tender cereal.
Overnight preparation
  • Combine Bluebird Old World Cereal and water or milk and let sit overnight (in the fridge if using milk).
  • Heat in the morning with a splash more of liquid. Stir until it reaches desired temperature and enjoy.

 

February 27, 2025

Emmer Pancake and Waffle Mix Recipe

Emmer Flour

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6 four inch pancakes
Basic instructions for preparing our Pancake and Waffle Mix

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Bluebird Emmer Pancake and Waffle Mix
  • 1/3 cup milk or plant based milk
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk May replace with yogurt or add 1 Tbsp. vinegar to 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 large egg May use 2 eggs for added protein
  • 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted, or use vegetable oil

Methods

  • Mix together wet ingredients. (eggs, milk, buttermilk, and butter)
  • In a medium bowl, mix wet ingredients into 1 cup of pancake mix.
  • Whisk together but don't overmix.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes for the batter to absorb the moisture.
  • Heat griddle. Brush with oil or butter, add 1 scoop of batter. Flip when surface starts to bubble and cook through.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.
  • Follow same instructions for waffles but cook in a waffle iron!

 

February 27, 2025

Einka & Lentils

Einka & Lentils

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Basic preparation for Bluebird Einka and Lentils

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Bluebird Einka & Lentils
  • 1 3/4 to 2 cups water or stock
  • pinch salt

Methods

Stovetop Preparation
  • Combine 1 cup Bluebird Einka & Lentils with 2 cups of water or stock and a pinch of salt.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes or so until grains reach desired tenderness.
  • Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Drain any excess water.
  • Enjoy as is or in your favorite side or salad recipe.
Einka & Lentils prepared in a Rice Cooker
  • Combine 1 3/4 cup water, 1 cup Bluebird Einka & Lentils and a pinch of salt in your rice cooker.
  • Set on White Rice Setting and cook to completion.

 

February 27, 2025

Cracked Farro Porridge

Cracked Farro Porridge

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Basic Preparation for Bluebird Grain Farms Cracked Farro Porridge

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Bluebird Cracked Farro Porridge
  • 3 cups water
  • pinch salt

Methods

  • Combine 1 cup Cracked Farro Porridge with 3 cups of water (or milk if you want creamier cereal) and a pinch of salt in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently for 12-15 minutes. Add more liquid if necessary.
Overnight preparation
  • Combine 1 cup Bluebird Cracked Farro Porridge with 3 cups of water or milk and a pinch of salt. Let sit overnight (in the refrigerator if using milk)
  • Warm up in the morning, adding a splash of liquid for desired consistency.
Savory Cracked Farro Polenta
  • Combine 1 cup of Cracked Farro Porridge with 3 cups of stock and a pinch of salt.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer, stirring frequently for 12-15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and spread on cookie sheet at 1/2 inch thickness.
  • Cool and cut into 2"X4" rectangles
  • Pan fry in oil and butter and serve with favorite topping (tomato sauce etc).

 

February 26, 2025

Emmer Farro Cooking Instructions

Emmer Farro

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4 1/2 cup servings
Meet the real Farro. The base that nourishes. Not all farro is created equal. Bluebird’s whole grain, single-origin Emmer Farro retains the full bran and germ—delivering higher protein and fiber than pearled farro. And it is a true ancient wheat, unlike much of the “farro” on the market today, which is often blended or made from modern wheat varieties.
Bluebird Emmer Farro takes a bit longer to cook, but the reward is exceptional nutrition, flavor, and texture. This whole grain holds its shape beautifully, never turning mushy. It also stores remarkably well after cooking—making it perfect for meal prep. Cook a batch and refrigerate for up to 7 days to use in grain bowls, salads, soups, or stir-fries.
Beloved by chefs and food service professionals, Emmer Farro maintains its signature toothsome texture even through extended cooking and holding.

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Bluebird Whole Grain Emmer
  • 2 1/2-4 Cups Water or Broth
  • Pinch of Salt

Methods

To Prepare on the Stovetop
  • Combine 1 cup of Bluebird Whole Grain Emmer Farro, 4 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes stirring frequently.
  • Cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 50-60 minutes until grains reach desired tenderness (cook longer if you like a softer grain!).
  • Drain any excess liquid and enjoy warm or cold in many dishes.
Whole Grain Emmer Farro in Rice Cooker
  • Combine 2 1/2 cups water with 1 cup Bluebird Emmer Farro and a pinch of salt in your rice cooker.
  • Set rice cooker to brown rice setting and cook until done.
To prepare in a Pressure Cooker
  • Add 1 cup Bluebird Whole Grain Emmer farro, 2 1/2 cups water or stock and a pinch of salt to a pressure cooker or multi-functional cooker. Secure the lid and set the cooker to "High Pressure" mode.
  • Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  • Once cooking is complete, let the pressure release naturally for about 8-10 minutes.
  • Carefully release any remaining pressure using the vent, then open the lid. Drain off excess liquid.