Tomato Basil Sauce with Emmer and a Kale Salad

EASTHAMPTON, Mass. (Mass Appeal) - Ben Lester, co-owner of Wheatberry in Amherst showed us how to make a delicious tomato-basil sauce over emmer (grains) and a kale salad.

Emmer with Tomato-Basil Sauce
Serves 4 (side dish)

• 1/2 cup whole grains
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup basil leaves
• 1-2 leeks
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Tender Baby Kale Salad
Serves 4

• 1 bunch young tender kale
• 1/4 cup vinaigrette
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup chevre (goat cheese)