Tuscan Farro Soup

Rana Roustom


Servings: 6

Ingredients

QuantityUnitIngredient
1/2CupsFarro
--Salt
--Pepper
--All Spice
--Cumin
3Tablespoonsolive oil
1-Onion, Large
3ClovesGarlic
4cupsChicken Broth
1CanCannellini or other white beans drained
1CanDiced tomatoes
2cupsBaby Spinach, packed
1/2CupChopped Basil

Instructions

  1. In a small sauce pan, bring 1121\dfrac{1}{2} cups water water to boil. Add the farro and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low and cook, partially covered, until all the water is absorbed, 202520-25 minutes.
  2. In a large heavy pot, warm the oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Saute until translucent, about 55 minutes.
  4. Add the broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and add beans, tomatoes with their juices, and farro.
  6. Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 1010 minutes to blend the flavors.
  7. Add the spinach and basil and stir just until the spinach is wilted.
  8. Season with salt and pepper and serve.