Mote Con Huesillos

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1. 1Step 1: Soak the dried peaches in the water with the cinnamon and a piece of orange peel, optional, overnight. The next day, cook until soft, about 15-20 minutes after boiling.
2. 2Step 2: Place sugar in a small saucepan and cook over low heat until dark caramel forms.
3. 3Step 3: Pour over cooked dried peaches and stir to incorporate, giving them sweetness and color. In the USA, you can do the same with molasses dissolved in hot water from the cooked peaches.
4. 4Step 4: Cook the wheat berry or barley (see the introduction) according to package directions.
5. 5Step 5: Refrigerate.
6. 6Step 6: To serve, place 1/2 cup wheat berries in a tall glass, add two peaches, and fill the glass with cooking liquid.
7. 7Step 7: Add sugar if desired. Serve very cold.