Summary: Farro is an ancient grain first cultivated in the Fertile Crescent of the Middle East over 10,000 years ago. It's been around for a loooong time. Farro was the main grain of the Egyptians and sustained the Roman army as they conquered the Western world. Farro eventually fell out of vogue due to higher yielding wheat varieties. But today, farro has made a comeback thanks to trendy restaurant chefs and health--conscious home cooks... and thanks to The Meal Makeover Moms. On this week's podcast, we share Farro cooking tips as well as two healthy new recipes: Carrot and Zucchini Farro Risotto (which we posted to the blog on 11/21/11) and Kale and Vegetable Soup with Farro. For more information, visit the Moms' website and blog at http://www.mealmakeovermoms.com.
