Food & Cooking Recipes Ingredients Pasta and Grains How to Cook Farro Close Credit: Julia Gartland Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 30 mins Yield: Makes about 21/2 cups A chewy grain with a delicious nutty flavor, farro works well in grain salads, soups, risotto, and as a side dish. It's part of the wheat family and long been popular in Italy. We like it's versatility and ability to work well with strong ingredients like beets or salty cheese. Directions In a medium saucepan, combine farro and 1 teaspoon salt; add enough water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 25 minutes. Use immediately, or spread on a rimmed baking sheet and let cool.