Organic spelt is a non-hybrid relative of our present day wheat that dates back more than 9,000 years. Spelt flour has a unique nutty flavor. It can be used in most recipes calling for wheat flour.

Spelt Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups crunchy peanut butter, 1 3/4 cups dark brown sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 2 1/4 cups spelt flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, 6 ounces of semi-sweet baking chocolate, coarsely chopped (or 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips).

Cooking Directions: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place peanut butter in a medium-sized, microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high about 45 seconds or until the peanut butter is melted. Stir once as it heats. Using a spoon, stir in brown sugar and vanilla. In large bowl, add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix thoroughly. Add peanut butter mixture and stir until well blended. Stir in the chocolate chips. Drop dough by 2 tablespoons, 2 inches apart, onto a non-stick cookie sheet. Bake 8 - 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow cookies to cool 3 - 5 minutes before removing and placing them on wire racks to cool completely.

There are approximately 3 3/4 cups per pound.