Description
A comforting dish featuring nutty farro, sautéed mushrooms, and fragrant thyme, perfect for family gatherings or quiet dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup farro
- 2–3 cups fresh mushrooms (cremini or shiitake recommended)
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté sliced mushrooms until golden, then add minced garlic and fresh thyme.
- Add farro to the pan, stir to coat, then pour in broth and bring everything to a simmer.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish, cover with aluminum foil, and bake for about 25-30 minutes.
- After baking, stir in Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper, and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Patience is key — make sure to sauté mushrooms until golden and don’t rush the baking process. Let the dish rest after baking for better flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: farro, mushroom, thyme, vegetarian, baking, comfort food