Farro
Farro is an ancient grain and type of wheat, meaning it is not gluten-free. It has a nutty texture, is similar in appearance to barley and needs to be soaked (preferably overnight) before being cooked. It’s also high in vitamins and fibre.
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Buy whole grain, if you can, and whizz in a food processor if a finer grain is required. Tuscans use farro to bulk up winter soups, and as the base for a version of risotto.
Farro is also known as emmer wheat and sometimes spelled with one ‘r’
Farro recipes:
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