CHEESY BAKED FARRO

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Cheesy Baked Farro image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Vegetable cooking spray
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups warm whole milk
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
1 cup grated Gruyere
1/2 cup fontina cheese, grated
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups faro or barley, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup plain dried bread crumbs
Olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 13 by 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • For the sauce: In a 2-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth. Gradually add the warm milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce is thick and smooth, about 8 minutes (do not allow the mixture to boil). Remove from the heat and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • For the farro: In a large bowl, add the cheeses and stir to combine. Remove 1/2 cup of the mixture and reserve. In a large stock pot, add the chicken broth and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the farro, reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the faro is tender, about 25 minutes. Drain, if necessary. Add the farro, thyme, and sauce to the bowl with the cheese. Stir until combined and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with the reserved 1/2 cup of cheese. Sprinkle the top with bread crumbs and drizzle with olive oil.
  • Bake until the top is golden brown and forms a crust, about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

shoaib arshad
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Yum!


Adu-Mensah Emmanuel
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cheesy baked farro turned out great! The farro was cooked perfectly and the roasted butternut squash was a delicious addition. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the whole thing came together perfectl


Wasim Babu
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. The farro was cooked well and the roasted butternut squash was a nice touch, but the cheese sauce was lacking in flavor. I think it could have used some more spices or herbs.


Indiphile Mxunyelwa
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This cheesy baked farro was a delicious and easy meal. The farro was cooked perfectly and the roasted butternut squash was a nice addition. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the whole thing came together perfectly. I will definitely be m


Rahat Faruki
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I'm not a big fan of farro, but this recipe changed my mind! The farro was cooked perfectly and the roasted butternut squash was a delicious addition. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the whole thing came together perfectly. I will defi


saim bhatti
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The farro was cooked perfectly and the roasted butternut squash was a delicious addition. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the whole thing came together perfectly. I will defi


rajdeep heir
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This cheesy baked farro was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The farro was cooked perfectly and the roasted butternut squash was a delicious addition. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the


Uhone Jaeylon
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This was a great recipe! The farro was cooked perfectly and the roasted butternut squash was delicious. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the whole thing came together perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Lisa Eller
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I made this cheesy baked farro last night and it was delicious! The farro was cooked perfectly and the roasted butternut squash added a nice sweetness to the dish. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the whole thing came together perfectly


Ed Hu
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Amazing recipe! The cheesy baked farro was a hit with my family. The roasted butternut squash added a sweet and nutty flavor that paired perfectly with the sharp cheddar and parmesan cheeses. The farro was cooked to perfection, and the whole dish had


Isidro Cadena
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This cheesy baked farro was an absolute delight! The flavors were perfectly balanced, with the sharp cheddar and parmesan cheeses providing a salty punch that was complemented by the sweetness of the roasted butternut squash. The farro was cooked per