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SMART SHOPPING: Bulgur

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Bulgur is made from parboiled or steamed wheat kernels/berries that are then dried, partially stripped of their outer bran layer, and coarsely ground. The result of this process is a relatively fast-cooking, highly nutritious grain that can be used in a variety of applications. Don’t confuse bulgur with cracked wheat, which is not parcooked. Most recipes using bulgur call for medium grind, which we rinse to remove any detritus and simply soak in water or another liquid until tender. Medium-grind bulgur is the most widely available size; these grains are about the size of sesame seeds or kosher salt.