27532 Groats and Bell Pepper Scramble 30 mins 15 mins 4 to 6 servings Tue Aug 04 15:11:00 -0700 2009 Fri Aug 28 10:17:18 -0700 2009 Easy American CHOW http://www.chow.com/recipes/27532 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:17:18 GMT Sneak some oats into your morning eggs Counteract cholesterol by sneaking groats into your morning eggs. Eggs or grains for breakfast? Instead of wasting time deciding, just throw them together in this simple scramble (which tastes better than it looks). Feel free to jazz it up with any fresh herbs or cheese you have on hand.

What to buy: Buckwheat groats are hulled, crushed oats that help lower cholesterol and are packed with antioxidants. Their nutty flavor and toothsome texture make them a perfect addition to a savory scramble. Groats can be found in your local health food store, gourmet grocery store, or online. You could also use kasha, a.k.a. toasted buckwheat groats, here.

Game plan: The groats can be prepared through step 1 up to a day ahead. Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to use.

This recipe was featured as part of our Whole Grain Recipes photo gallery.

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  • Place water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in groats, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until all liquid has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then set aside.
  • Heat butter in a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat until foaming. When foaming subsides, add onion and bell pepper and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables just begin to caramelize, about 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, paprika, and salt until yolks are broken up and smooth, then season with freshly ground black pepper and stir until incorporated. Add groats to onion-pepper mixture, stir to combine, and reduce heat to medium low. Pour in egg mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until set, about 4 minutes.
    • ]]>     http://www.chow.com/assets/2009/08/27532_groats_bell_pepper_scramble_290.jpg Amy Wisniewski 45 Breakfast/Brunch 1 cup water

    ]]>     1/2 cup buckwheat groats

    ]]>     1 tablespoon unsalted butter

    ]]>     54 1/2 medium yellow onion, medium dice

    ]]>     59 1 medium yellow, orange, or red bell pepper, medium dice

    ]]>     8 large eggs

    ]]>     1/4 cup whole milk

    ]]>     306 1 teaspoon sweet paprika

    ]]>     301 1 teaspoon kosher salt

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