Kutia (Ukrainian Wheat Berry Pudding)

Wash wheat well. Place in a heavy pot, add water, and soak for 8 hours, or overnight. Do not drain.

Sprinkle salt into wheat berries. Bring to a boil; skimming the top as needed. Turn the heat to low, cover, and simmer until berries pop open, 4 to 5 hours, stirring occasionally.

Wash the poppy seeds. Scald and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain.

Transfer to a coffee grinder and grind well.

Combine poppy seeds, honey, and 1 cup of boiling water. Stir into wheat. Cool, about 5 minutes. Add walnuts before serving.