KITCHEN: Farro Wheat (6th in a series)

Farro Wheat cooks very quickly!!

What I really like about cooking with this Farro is that it can take the place of rice or some types of pasta and cooks rather quickly...about 15-20 minutes.  The flavor is very mild and accepts the flavors of other foods readily.  This version is "pearled"--meaning the outer husk is already removed.  But, that would make it NOT a whole grain.  

• The fiber is still good...listed at 5 grams equal to 21%.
• Iron is 12%. 
• Protein is 7 grams.  

We have used it alone, like rice, and in soups.  It makes a nice hot breakfast cereal--a change from oatmeal.

• liquid (at least) 3 cups (water, broth, or stock)
• farro (rinsed in cool water) 1 cup
• bring to a low boil, about 15-20 minutes 
• use in soups, salads, casseroles, breakfast
• by itself, or mixed with rice or pasta
• try it with crimini mushrooms and your favorite cheese

It is a nice addition to our expanding list of healthier foods.  It passed the "I don't like anything that tastes like health food" test.  A real plus is that it is ORGANIC as well.


Earthly Delights Organic Italian Pearled Farro

Kitchen: Whole Wheat Whatzas???? part 2 of a series

 Yes! Matzos--nothing more than a (large) 100% whole grain cracker!

These make a great snack all by themselves, but you can use butter, peanut butter, cheese, or a cheese spread on these.  You can dunk them in soup, too, if you like.
One of the reasons I use these is because I have a barley allergy, and most crackers have barley flour in them.  Most crackers have unbleached white flour, salt and some fat in them.  This little gem has only whole wheat flour and water.  They taste great too!

 My son was the first to "adopt" these as a 
snack item.  My husband...does not care for them.                                          
(part 2 in a series of food changes)                         

Why diet when you can eat foods to LIVE ON!