What is Farro? How to use it?
Farro is an ancient wheat cultivated in Italy, which has been brought back into vogue and is gradually becoming popular again. This cereal is one of the oldest in Europe and was used to feed the majority of the Roman population. From the same family as wheat, it resembles barley more but is often confused with spelt.
The benefits of Farro
This cereal will add a crunchy texture to all your dishes, with its light cashew and cinnamon flavor that will also enhance them.
With a high fiber content, this Italian cereal will contribute to the proper functioning of your entire digestive system and will give you a feeling of fullness after your meals.
Rich in proteins and vitamins, Farro will provide you with everything you need, along with a touch of iron and zinc.
Be careful, Farro also contains gluten.
Cooking with Farro
This cereal could wonderfully replace your regular pasta, a great way to change your habits and diversify your diet.
It can also serve as a side dish to all your meals, adding a little extra flavor and winning your hearts! Like many of our other cereals, Farro can also be adapted into a soup to warm up your winters. Additionally, it can be used in risotto, an easy, creamy, and above all, delicious dish!
Why not offer a starter that's out of the ordinary? No more classic salads at every meal, Farro is here to save you. Accompanied by fruits, vegetables, cheese, or even charcuterie, you will love your cereal in all its forms.
Preparation tips: Cook farro over low heat in 3 times its volume of water for 30 minutes from the boil. This package contains 12 servings of 80g each.
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