Kasha Recipe is a cereal commonly eaten in Eastern Europe. In English, kasha generally refers to buckwheat groats, but in Slavic countries, kasha refers to porridge in general and can be made from any cereal

SERVES 3 OR 4. Serving size: 2 tablespoons.

Ingredients:

1 egg, beaten

1 cup kasha

1 teaspoon salt

¼ cup vegetable shortening

Method:

1. Combine the egg, kasha, and salt in a bowl, mixing thoroughly.

2. Melt the shortening in a large skillet. Stir in the kasha mixture and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then quickly reduce the heat to low.

3. Cook, tightly covered, over low heat for about 30 minutes or until the grains are soft.

4. Serve as you would rice or vegetables, or in soups, or with gravy.