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Slow Cooker Farro

slow cooker farro pilaf in a serving dish

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Slow cooker farro retains its texture and flavor even after longer cooking times. Add bacon or ham to the pilaf or omit the meat and use vegetable broth for a meat-free meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup farro
  • 4 strips of diced cooked bacon or about 1/2 cup of diced ham
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
  • 1 cup thawed frozen petite peas or peas and carrots blend
  • salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a slow cooker, combine the farro, ham or bacon, chicken stock, bay leaf, parsley, onion, pepper, and thyme.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and cook on HIGH for about 2 1/2 hours, or until the farro is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  3. Add the thawed peas and continue cooking for 15 minutes longer.
  4. Taste and add salt, as needed.