Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Simple Herb & Lime Farro

simple herb lime farro recipe

Farro is a new whole grain to me. After hearing my gal Alice talk about how good it is I thought I should at least try it. I found it in the bulk grain aisle at FairWay & filled up a bag to go.  I have to admit it sat in my pantry for a week or two before I tried it.  I wasn't sure exactly how to cook it & I wanted to give myself ample time to prepare it, which is usually rare on "school nights." I finally had time on my side & gave it a try.  Turns out this is an Italian grain. It looks & tastes more like rice (to me) but you cook it like pasta - go figure.  It's surprisingly easy to make & Chris likes it.  So we'll be having it again soon.

PS: HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY to one of the best people of all time,  Maggie! Love ya girl!

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup dried farro
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, zest & juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • salt
Make it!
  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.  Add a good amount of salt (a tablespoon or two) to season the farro like you would pasta. Add the farro & let cook for 20 minutes.
  2. In the meantime, chop your herbs. Zest & juice your lime into small ramekins.
  3. Taste the faro it should be al dente, with a little chew to it.
  4. Drain the water out of the faro.
  5. Mix cooked faro with everything else.  Serve hot or at room temperature.
simple herb lime farro recipe

simple herb lime farro recipe

simple herb lime farro recipe

simple herb lime farro recipe

simple herb lime farro recipe

simple herb lime farro recipe

simple herb lime farro recipe

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