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Apple and Cranberry Farro Salad





Serves 8
Hearty and flavorful, great for any occasion.
Ingredients:
3 1/2 cups chicken broth |
1 1/2 cups farro |
1 tablespoon butter |
1 sprig fresh thyme |
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, divided |
1/4 cup cranberry juice cocktail |
1/4 cup real maple syrup |
1 cup fresh cranberries |
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
1 honey crisp apple, peeled and chopped |
2 stalks celery, chopped |
1/2 cup toasted pecan pieces |
Directions:
- Pour the chicken broth and farro into a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in the butter, thyme, and half the Dijon mustard. Reduce heat to a low, cover and let simmer for 20 minutes. Stir then pour into a colander to drain excess liquid. Remove thyme sprig. Transfer to a mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Pour the cranberry juice, maple syrup and cranberries into a separate small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then cook for 5 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the remaining Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper. Set aside.
- Add the chopped apple and celery to the farro. Stir together until combined.
- Stir in the cranberry mixture and pecan pieces into the farro mixture.
- Spoon into serving bowls and enjoy!
Course: | Salad |
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