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Plain Farro

Serving Size: 10
Farro is an ancient whole grain with a pleasantly chewy texture and nutty flavor. Use it in soups, salads, or toss it with roasted vegetables for an easy and delicious side dish.  Note: Photo shown is for serving suggestion only. This recipe is for plain cooked farro.

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Cook Times

Active Prep5
Hands-On Cook0
Hands-Off Cook25
Passive0
Total Time30 minutes
Recipe Serving Size10

Cooking Tools Required

Cutting board, Measuring cups and spoons, Pot with lid, Top Stove

Ingredients

For the Farro:

  • 2 1/2 cup uncooked farro rinsed

Instructions

  • Follow the package directions for cooking the farro OR fill a medium-large pot half full of water and bring to a boil. Add the farro, reduce the heat and simmer until the farro is tender, chewy, but still has an al dente bite - 15 to 20 minutes for pearled farro; 20 to 30 minutes for semi-pearled farro; up to 40 minutes for whole farro. Drain and serve.
Reheating Instructions
Heat in the microwave on medium-high power until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg