Your choice: stove, oven or slow cooker Here are three different ways to prepare the supergrain farro as part of your favorite meal: On the stove top In the oven In a slow cooker One question that always comes up is about whether you should soak farro before cooking it... Should I soak farro before cooking it? Farro cooks faster if you pre-soak it in water. Best … [Read more...]
Is farro gluten free?
If you are wondering if farro is gluten free, then here's your answer: Farro is not gluten-free, but it is considerably lower in gluten than commercial wheat varieties so it is a good alternative, if you are looking for a low-gluten choice. It is considerably lower in gluten than standard wheat,partly due to the fact that it has not been cultivated over … [Read more...]
What is farro? 25 amazing facts!
A lot of the awesome shows on food network and even the more avant garde chefs are including "farro" in their recipes. What what the heck is it? Well, we'e about to give you the 411 on this amazing ingredient that is taking the culinary world by storm. Farro is a supergrain.Essentially is it is wheat, but it has become a great substitute for rice and pasta . There are … [Read more...]
What is freekeh and how do I cook it?
Freekeh is an Arab food made from young green durum wheat that has been cut while the grains are still soft and full of moisture. It is considered a supergrain. What are the other names for freekeh? It is also known as farik or frikeh or even frik. You may also see it spelled "freekah". What does freekeh look like? The grains are polished and … [Read more...]
What is black barley and how do I cook it?
What is Black Barley you ask? It is a delicious nutty textured supergrain that is sold hulled to reveal a glossy black husk. The grain inside is white. It is also known as Purple Hull-less Barley, originally from Ethiopia. The variety has not been grown extensively until recently because of the low yield, but a farmer in Montana decided to take a risk. This is … [Read more...]