Author Notes
I came across this recipe in Bon appetite Magazine a few years ago. I have changed a few things and it turned out be one of my favorite dish. It is perfect fro summer time. —Virginie Degryse
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Ingredients
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1 1/2 plus 1 cups
fresh cron kernels
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1/2 cup
minced onion
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1 tablespoon
olive oil
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salt and pepper
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2 cups
vegetable broth
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1 cup
farro
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3 tablespoons
olive oil
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2
garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup
freshly grated parmesan
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1/2 cup
cherry tomatoes, cut in 2
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2 tablespoons
chopped basil
Directions
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For the corn puree, combine corn, onion, oil, and a pinch of salt in a medium saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened and translucent, 6–7 minutes. Add 2 cups broth, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until corn is softened and cooked through and liquid is reduced by half, 20–25 minutes. Let cool slightly. Transfer mixture to a blender and purée until smooth.
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Farrotto
Bring 2 cups broth, farro, a pinch of salt, and 1 cup water to a simmer a large saucepan. Cook until farro is tender, 30–45 minutes, drain and return to pot.
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Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until just beginning to soften, about 3 minutes and add farro.
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Add corn purée to farro and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally and adding more broth by 1/4-cupfuls if dry, until farrotto is very creamy, 5–6 minutes. Stir in cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
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Divide into plates and add fresh tomatoes and basil on top.
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Et Voila, Bon Appétit!
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