Ina Garten Baked Farro And Butternut Squash features applewood-smoked bacon, olive oil, butter, yellow onion, fresh thyme, salt, pepper, pearled farro, chicken stock, butternut squash, and Parmesan cheese. It takes 105 minutes to make and serves six.
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🧡 Why You’ll Love This Baked Farro And Butternut Squash Recipe:
- Nutritious Ingredients: Packed with fiber from farro and vitamins from butternut squash.
- Easy Preparation: Simple steps make it perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Comforting Flavors: Delicious blend of roasted squash and nutty farro.
❓ What Is Ina Garten Baked Farro And Butternut Squash Recipe?
Ina Garten’s Baked Farro and Butternut Squash recipe combines hearty pearled farro with diced butternut squash, cooked in chicken stock with bacon, onion, and Parmesan cheese for a savory, satisfying dish.
🌰 Ina Garten Baked Farro And Butternut Squash Ingredients
- 6 thick-cut slices applewood-smoked bacon
- 2 tablespoons good olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion (1 large)
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups pearled farro
- 3 cups good chicken stock, preferably homemade
- 3 cups (3/4- to 1-inch-diced) butternut squash
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
🍲 How To Make Ina Garten Baked Farro And Butternut Squash
- Heat oven to 375°F. Place bacon on a rack over a sheet pan. Bake for 20-30 minutes until browned but not crisp. Dice bacon into large pieces.
- In a small Dutch oven, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until butter melts. Add onion and cook for 6-8 minutes until tender and starting to brown.
- Stir in thyme, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp pepper. Cook for 1 minute. Add farro and chicken stock, bring to a simmer.
- Place squash on top of farro mixture in the Dutch oven. Cover and bake alongside bacon for 30 minutes until squash and farro are tender. Check and add more stock if needed.
- Sprinkle cooked bacon and Parmesan cheese over squash and farro. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until most liquid evaporates and cheese melts.
- Serve directly from the pot while hot.
💭 Recipe Tips
- Use homemade chicken stock for richer flavor.
- Ensure bacon is diced into large pieces for a robust texture.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, enhancing flavors of thyme and Parmesan.
- Monitor baking closely to prevent overcooking the farro and squash.
🥗 What To Serve With Baked Farro And Butternut Squash?
Serve baked farro and butternut squash with Creamy Cucumber Salad,Celery Salad,Mushroom Salad, String Beans With Shallots,Crispy English Potatoes, Zucchini Au Gratin,Marinated Flank Steak,Mango Salsa, and Baked Fontina Cheese.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Baked Farro And Butternut Squash?
- In the fridge: Store leftovers baked farro and butternut squash in an airtight container for 3 days.
- In the freezer: Store leftovers baked farro and butternut squash in a freezer-safe container for 3 months.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Baked Farro And Butternut Squash?
- In the oven: Reheat leftovers baked farro and butternut squash for 10 minutes at 350°F.
- In the microwave: Microwave leftovers baked farro and butternut squash on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway.
- On the stove: Reheat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated for 3 minutes through.
- In the air-fryer: Reheat leftovers baked farro and butternut squash for 5-7 minutes at 350°F, stirring halfway.
FAQ’S:
What Kind Of Bacon Should I Use For Baked Farro And Butternut Squash?
Use thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon for its rich flavor that complements the dish.
Can I Use Regular Olive Oil Instead Of Good Olive Oil?
Yes, you can use regular olive oil if good olive oil isn’t available; it will still add a nice flavor.
Why Cover The Dutch Oven During Baking?
Covering Dutch oven during baking helps the farro and squash cook evenly and retain moisture.
How Can I Tell If The Farro Is Tender?
It should be chewy but not hard; taste a small amount to check for desired texture.
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Ina Garten Baked Farro And Butternut Squash Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 395.8
- Total Fat: 8.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.6 g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
- Sodium: 38.3 mg
- Potassium: 458.6 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 74.9 g
- Dietary Fiber: 5.6 g
- Sugars: 10.2 g
- Protein: 8.1 g
Ina Garten Baked Farro And Butternut Squash
Description
Ina Garten Baked Farro And Butternut Squash features applewood-smoked bacon, olive oil, butter, yellow onion, fresh thyme, salt, pepper, pearled farro, chicken stock, butternut squash, and Parmesan cheese. It takes 105 minutes to make and serves six.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat oven to 375°F. Place bacon on a rack over a sheet pan. Bake for 20-30 minutes until browned but not crisp. Dice bacon into large pieces.
- In a small Dutch oven, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat until butter melts. Add onion and cook for 6-8 minutes until tender and starting to brown.
- Stir in thyme, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp pepper. Cook for 1 minute. Add farro and chicken stock, bring to a simmer.
- Add a 400ml tin of cherry tomatoes (slightly broken up), 375ml beef stock, and 1 tsp fine salt. Mix well.
- Simmer with the lid slightly ajar for 1½ hours or until lamb is tender. Adjust cinnamon or salt as needed, then serve.
- Sprinkle cooked bacon and Parmesan cheese over squash and farro. Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes until most liquid evaporates and cheese melts.
- Serve directly from the pot while hot.
Notes
- Use homemade chicken stock for richer flavor.
Ensure bacon is diced into large pieces for a robust texture.
Adjust seasoning to taste, enhancing flavors of thyme and Parmesan.
Monitor baking closely to prevent overcooking the farro and squash.