Kasha Varnishkas * - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 c. Kasha (buckwheat)
2 egg whites
2 c. water
1 tsp. salt
2 c. (4 oz.) bow ties

Preparation

Saute chopped onion in the oil until light brown.
Set aside. Mix the Kasha and egg whites.
Heat in a large pan, stirring constantly, until kernels become dry and separate.
Add the water and salt.
Bring to a boil and simmer, covered, over low heat until water is absorbed, about 10 to 15 minutes.
While Kasha is cooking, cook bow ties according to package directions.
Drain. Stir hot bow ties and sauteed onion into hot cooked Kasha.
Makes 6 to 8 servings.