Ingredients

5

cups water

4

teaspoons vegetable-flavor instant bouillon

1/2

teaspoon salt

1

cup (about 7 oz.) uncooked wheat berries, rinsed

1/3

cup uncooked medium pearl barley

1/3

cup uncooked regular long-grain brown rice

1 1/2

cups coarsely chopped unpeeled red apple (1 to 2 medium)

1/2

cup chopped red onion

1/2

cup raisins

1/2

cup pecan halves, toasted, chopped

1/4

cup oil

1/4

cup cider vinegar

2

tablespoons honey

3/4

teaspoon grated gingerroot

Preparation

In 3-quart saucepan, bring water, bouillon and salt to a boil over medium-high heat. Add wheat berries; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 10 minutes.

Add barley and rice; cook an additional 50 minutes or until all grains are tender. Drain.

In large serving bowl, combine wheat berry mixture, apple, onion and raisins; mix well.

In small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients; mix well. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate 2 to 6 hours before serving. Just before serving, fold in pecans.