Tabouli(Makes 8 To 12 Servings) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. dry bulgur wheat
3 c. boiling water
2 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. lemon juice
1/2 c. olive oil
1/4 c. garlic, minced
4 entire leeks, chopped (approx. 1/2 c.)
1 1/2 c. parsley, minced
20-25 mint leaves, minced
4 medium tomatoes, diced (approx. 2 c.)
2 sweet peppers, chopped
2 small cucumbers, chopped

Preparation

Place bulgur wheat in large bowl or stainless steel pan. Combine boiling water and salt and pour over bulgur wheat. Allow to set for 45 to 60 minutes until bulgur is tender. Add lemon juice, olive oil and garlic and mix thoroughly. Put mixture in refrigerator overnight.