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Giovanni's Salad Of Farro, Pesto And Tomatoes (Weir)

Make Giovanni's Salad Of Farro, Pesto And Tomatoes (Weir) at home with Farro Or Total, Garlic, Fresh Basil Leaves, Freshly Grated Parmigiano Reggiano, and Pine Nuts. Serves 8. Add it to your meal plan and shop the whole list in one go.

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Ingredients

• 2 cup
• 2
• 1 1/2 cup
• 1/2 cup
• 1/4 cup
• 1/4 cup
• 3

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Place the farro in a large bowl and cover with plenty of cold water. Let sit for 4 hours.

2. 2

   Drain the farro, then place in a saucepan. Cover with plenty of water.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil over high heat.

4. 4

   Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the grains are tender but still crunchy, 15 to 20 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain and let cool.

6. 6

   In the meantime, place the garlic, basil and Parmesan in a blender or food processor.

7. 7

   Process until a rough paste is formed.

8. 8

   Add the olive oil, salt and pepper and process until the paste is smooth.

9. 9

   Combine the farro and basil paste in a large bowl; mix well.

10. 10

    Add the pine nuts and tomatoes and stir just until mixed.

11. 11

    Season with salt and pepper.

12. 12

    Serve garnished with basil leaves.