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Farro with Pistachios & Herbs

Here we stir fresh parsley and crunchy pistachios into farro for a simple side dish. Serve this simple grain right in the same dish with a rich stew. The nutty flavors of farro and pistachios are the perfect complement to the rich broth of the stew.
from: Eating Well
  • 10 servings, about 2/3 cup each
  • 35 minutes
  • 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups farro (see Tip)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 ounces salted shelled pistachios (about 1 cup), toasted and chopped (see Tip)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
     

Ingredient Notes

  • Farro is a high-fiber whole grain that is an ancestor of modern wheat. It is commonly used in Italian cooking and is becoming more popular in the U.S. Find it in natural-foods stores and amazon.com. Cooked barley can be used as a substitute.
  • Toast pistachios in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 4 to 6 minutes.
     

Instructions

  1. Combine farro, water and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large heavy saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir and reduce the heat to a simmer; cook, uncovered, until the farro is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until translucent, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  3. Combine pistachios, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl; toss to combine.
  4. Drain the farro and add to the bowl along with the onion mixture and parsley. Season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
     

Make Ahead Tip

Prepare up to 2 hours ahead. Hold at room temperature and reheat over low until warm.

 

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