Grechnevay Kasha - Buckwheat with Dried Mushrooms, Pumpkin & Onion

Tap an ingredient or step to check it off.

1. 1Step 1: Place the dried mushrooms in a small bowl and add the 2 cups boiling water. Soak for 30 minutes to soften. Drain the mushrooms, reserving the soaking liquid, and chop the mushrooms.
2. 2Step 2: In a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Add the onions, carrot, pumpkin and sauté, stirring frequently, until brown, about 7 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook for 5 more minutes. Add the buckwheat and mushroom liquid, season well. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the buckwheat is soft.
3. 3Step 3: Ladle the buckwheat kasha into warmed bowls and garnish with the fresh herbs. Serve with sour cream.