January 3, 2014

Medieval Farro Salad

cranberry bean and farro, warm farro dish, yummy warm farro dish, grain dish for winter
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4 people

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup cranberry beans soaked overnight
  • 2 cups Bluebird Emmer Farro
  • 1 cup capers
  • 1 large bunch thyme or summer savory
  • olive oil extra virgin
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

Methods

  • Cook the beans over a very low heat until they are totally soft but still holding their form. Reserve.
  • Cook the farro in boiling salted water for about an hour, until it is cooked through but still al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Drain the beans and mix well with the farro.
  • Wash the capers well, and add the farro along with the cooked beans and chopped herbs.
  • Dress with a good olive oil, add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, and serve warm or at room temperature.