Creamy Stovetop Parmesan Farro
This easy farro recipe makes a satisfying stovetop farro risotto (a farroto recipe), with nutty and cheesy flavor from parmesan and broth.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 487kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, small diced
- 1 1/2 cups farro
- 2 large cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- 2 cups unsalted chicken stock (I like Swanson's)
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, or to taste (I generally add up to an additional teaspoon; it will depend on taste and the brand of salt -- I use Diamond Crystal)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- fresh-ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Pecorino-Romano cheese
- 1/2 cup loosely-packed minced parsley, leaves and stems
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized pot. Add the onion and cook over medium heat, stirring, until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the farro and garlic. Toast the farro for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring often to coat in oil and cook evenly.
- Add the stock, kosher salt, and 1 cup cold water. Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the farro is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.PRO TIP: My go-to brand of Kosher salt is Diamond Crystal. This is also the brand most chefs and recipe developers use.
- Remove from heat. Stir in the butter, about 12 turns of fresh-ground black pepper, and the minced parsley. Add the two cheeses, reserving a generous tablespoon of each for garnish. Taste for seasoning.
- Spoon into bowls and served, topped with the remaining cheese and a little more parsley, if desired.
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Notes
Some people have mentioned that this farro dish turned out salty for them. I have reduced the salt, and suggest adding any additional salt to taste.
A lot depends on the brand of salt that you use. My preference, and that of many chefs, is Diamond Crystal kosher salt. Morton's sodium content is extremely high, and fine table salt will also result in a saltier dish due to the higher amount per volume measurement.
Nutrition
Calories: 487kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 1134mg | Potassium: 419mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1014IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 3mg
Disclaimer: Nutrition information is provided for courtesy purposes only, and is an estimate not verified by medical or nutrition experts. Read the full nutrition disclaimer.
