Alessi Autentico, Premium Seasoned Roman Grain Farro, Cooks Like Risotto, Heart Healthy, Easy to Prepare, 7oz (Four Cheese, Pack of 6)
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About Alessi
Authenticity is all in the details. At Alessi we believe in the power of all-natural ingredients, and rich flavors that aren’t complicated by fillers, unnecessary additives, and synthetic dyes. Just fresh, clean ingredients straight from Italy. We stay true to tradition in all of our products, so they maintain their pure, authentic flavor. That’s the Alessi Way
Alessi Seasoned Farro Dinners
Hearty, Healthy, Delicious!
This Mediterranean grain was and still is a staple food prized not only for its taste but also for its nutritional value. High in protein, fiber and iron, it is very easy to digest and can be enjoyed in a number of ways. With a quick twenty minute cook time, farro can be used in soups, salads, stews or casseroles and can even be used as a substitute for brown rice. Its heartiness, interesting texture and nutty flavor enhances many dishes. Enjoy the entire line of Alessi Seasoned Farro Dinners!
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Farro with Butternut Squash & KaleAlessi Farro with Butternut Squash & Kale begins with delicious, nutty flavored, whole grain farro. To the farro, we add the sweet, pumpkin-like taste of winter butternut squash and pair it with the nutritional powerhouse, kale. |
Farro with Porcini MushroomsAlessi Farro with Porcini Mushrooms begins with delicious, nutty flavored, whole grain farro. To the farro, we add highly prized, aromatic porcini mushrooms. |
Four Cheese FarroAlessi Four Cheese Farro begins with delicious, nutty flavored, ancient grain farro. To the farro, we add a blend of four favorite Italian cheeses including Parmesan, Romano, Asiago and Provolone resulting in a gastronomic delight. |
Farro with Beets & SpinachAlessi Farro with Beets & Spinach begins with delicious, nutty flavored, whole grain farro. To the farro, we add purplish-red, nutrient packed beets and team them with nature's dynamo vegetable, spinach. |
Farro Stuffed Zucchini
Choose your Favorite Flavor of Farro!
Prep Time: 25 Minutes.
Total Time: 45 Minutes.
Yield: 6 Servings
1. Prepare farro according to package instructions. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Cut zucchini in half, lengthwise and scoop out inside pulp using a melon baller. Reserve flesh.
3. Blanch zucchini in boiling water under tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Set aside.
Directions
4. In a bowl, mix together onion, peppers, mushrooms, garlic, salt and pepper and ½ cup of diced zucchini pulp. Saute mixture in olive oil until onions are opaque.
5. Remove from heat and stir in basil and pine nuts. Combine with cooked farro. Spoon mixture into zucchini boats and sprinkle with cheese. Place in oven for 20 minutes. Drizzle with more oil if desired.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked Alessi Medium Grain Pearled Farro
- 3 medium zucchini
- 1 small onion + 1/4 cup Alessi Roasted Red Peppers + 1/2 cup white buttom mushrooms, (all chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Alessi Garlic Puree (or two cloves minced fresh garlic)
- 10-12 leaves fresh basil
- 1/4 cup Alessi Pine Nuts
- 2 tablespoons Alessi Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan
Beets and Spinach Farro with Balsamic Reduction
Effortlessly Exquisite!
Servings: 4
Total Time: 30 Minutes.
Directions
1. Prepare farro according to pkg instructions.
2. Place a serving of farro on a bed of fresh baby spinach. Season with olive oil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar (or balsamic reduction). Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
Variation: Add cooked shrimp and chopped pistachios over salad.
Ingredients
- 1 pkg. Alessi Beets and Spinach Farro prepared according to pkg. instructions
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 4 tablespoons Alessi Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 teaspoons Alessi Balsamic Vinegar
- 1/2 cup Vigo Feta Cheese, crumbled