Buy roasted, but not too dark, I usually buy 2 cups packages that are sold in a Russian store, but you can find it in every health store now.

Ingredients:

• Roasted buckwheat – 2 cups
• Olive oil – 1 tbsp (optional)
• Boiling water – 3 cups
• Salt – 1 tbsp

Instructions:

• Rinse and drain the grains
• Place the grain into a heavy pan on a medium high
• Add salt and olive oil (if you choose it)
• Roast (dry) the grain, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes
• Add boiling water, reduce the heat to very low, cover with a lid and let it sit for about 20-25 minutes.
• Turn the heat off and let it rest for 5 -10 minutes.

The grain will absorb all the water and will be fully cooked.

If you want to add roasted vegetables you can do it by starting with roasting the vegetables, then adding the grains, roasting it all together, then pouring boiling water.

Or you can have the kasha ready and mix it with your choice of vegetables, source or gravy.