How to Use farro in a Sentence

farro

noun
  • Add the farro and stir to coat.
    Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Swap in any of your favorite grains like quinoa or farro for the base.
    Time, 12 Aug. 2021
  • Among other things, farro is a great source of iron and is high in fiber.
    Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2017
  • Don’t overlook whole grains like quinoa, sorghum, and farro.
    Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 21 Feb. 2026
  • Rinse 1 cup farro and add to a large saucepan over medium heat.
    Rahaf Al Bochi, CNN, 1 Sep. 2021
  • Whole farro requires overnight soaking and up to one hour to cook.
    Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
  • Ancient grain farro helps bulk up the recipe by adding protein and fiber.
    Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2023
  • Semi-pearled farro contains part of the bran and takes longer to cook.
    Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 25 May 2024
  • To make this bowl gluten-free, simply replace the farro with brown rice.
    Cynthia Sass, Mph, Health.com, 10 Feb. 2022
  • The farro in this salad is hearty, helping to fill you up but not weigh you down.
    Lauren Salkeld, NBC News, 7 Aug. 2019
  • In a medium saucepan, combine cider, farro and a pinch salt and bring to a boil.
    The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, 30 Oct. 2017
  • To a saucepan, add pearled farro, fresh apple cider, bay leaves, kosher salt, and water.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2025
  • So did farro, sweet potatoes, oatmeal, brown rice.
    Leah Donnella, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Jan. 2026
  • The farro is hard to overcook, so it can be made quickly or slowly.
    Leah Donnella, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Jan. 2026
  • Citrus and farro, joining sun and earth?
    Ligaya Mishan, New York Times, 11 May 2026
  • Top each pile of beans with one fourth of the marinated farro.
    San Antonio Express-News, 18 Apr. 2018
  • Once the farro is al dente, drain it in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse with cold water to cool it.
    Washington Post, 9 July 2021
  • Turn the farro into a large bowl and toss in the fennel, carrots and snap peas.
    Star Tribune, 5 May 2021
  • Drizzle on enough extra-virgin olive oil to coat the farro when tossed.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
  • The cooked farro will stay good in your fridge for four days, so plan accordingly.
    Christine Byrne, SELF, 6 Feb. 2018
  • Next up was the farro salad with arugula and feta.
    Rachel Tepper Paley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2026
  • Add the farro, vegetables and eggs to serving plates or bowls.
    Washington Post, 7 Sep. 2020
  • Keep a mix of shelf-stable grains, such as basmati rice, farro, quinoa, or oats, in the pantry.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 July 2026
  • Add the farro and stir to coat and lightly toast the grains, about 30 seconds.
    Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 13 May 2024
  • Enter precooked grains, such as farro, quinoa and more, which can be ready in a few minutes.
    Consumer Reports, Washington Post, 5 Mar. 2018
  • Or, sprinkle with herbs and a little lime juice and serve with cooked farro or French lentils.
    Tribune News Service, cleveland, 20 Sep. 2021
  • Whole grains like oats, barley, farro and whole wheat bread offer a steady fiber boost at every meal.
    Ryan Brennan june 9, Miami Herald, 9 June 2026
  • Dinner can bring in beans, lentils, barley, brown rice, farro or whole-wheat pasta.
    Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 8 June 2026
  • Grains such as farro or barley — perhaps cooked in broth — would be a good start to a bowl finished with pesto.
    Washington Post, 16 Feb. 2022
  • Grains like oats, farro, and quinoa are preferred over refined carbs, plain pastas, and white rice.
    Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 22 June 2026

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