Farro is a quick-cooking grain that is chewy and nutty.

It’s great for sides, grain salads, and more.

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We love farro because its so versatile.

Southern Living How to Cook Farro cooked farro in a bowl to serve

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Plus, farro is easy to cook.

Learn how to cook farro, and find fun ways to incorporate this whole grain into your weekly meals.

What Is Farro?

Southern Living How to Cook Farro ingredients

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Farro is an ancient grain that has been used for centuries in Middle Eastern and Italian Cooking.

Here’s the process:

What Is the Correct Ratio of Water to Farro?

Then microwave on HIGH in 60-second intervals, stirring between each, until hot.

Southern Living How to Cook Farro rinsing the farro

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Drain excess water:

Drain well.

If not using right away, toss cooked farro with olive oil to help keep it from sticking together.

Southern Living How to Cook Farro adding the salt and rinsed farro to the pan

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Southern Living How to Cook Farro stirring in the water

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Southern Living How to Cook Farro cooking the farro

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Southern Living How to Cook Farro after draining the farro

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