This Farro and Wild Mushroom Gratin is inspired by a Southern Living recipe. Our spin on this classic recipe utilizes whole-wheat breadcrumbs instead of traditional breadcrumbs. Using whole-wheat breadcrumbs is a simple swap and a great way to lighten up any recipe and add some additional fiber and nutrients.

Mushrooms make this a hearty and filling vegetarian dish while farro gives this dish a boost of fiber, magnesium, and zinc.

This makes such a delicious and satisfying vegetable side at Thanksgiving or any special holiday meal.

Farro and Wild Mushroom Gratin

This Farro and Wild Mushroom Gratin is inspired by a Southern Living recipe. Our spin on this classic recipe utilizes whole-wheat breadcrumbs instead of traditional breadcrumbs.

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Course Dinner

Servings 4

Cuisine Mediterranean, Mediterranean Diet

Diet Vegetarian

Ingredients

 

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• 1 cup uncooked farro
• vegetable broth
• 1 bunch kale
• 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
• 8 ounces sliced shiitake mushrooms
• 8 ounces sliced baby bella mushrooms
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 large carrot diced
• 1/2 large yellow onion diced
• 1/4 cup dry white wine
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 ounces grated parmesan cheese
• 3/4 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

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Instructions

 

• Adjust oven rack to upper level and preheat broiler on low.
• Cook farro in vegetable broth according to package directions.
• De-stem the kale and roughly chop. 
• Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned.
• Add the carrot and onion and cook, stirring often, until tender - about 5 minutes. Add the kale and cool until slightly wilted, about 3-4 minutes. 
• Add the wine and stir to loosen any browned bits on bottom of pan. Simmer until liquid has evaporated, about 1 minute. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture, stirring constantly.
• Gradually add 1 1/4 cup vegetable broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring to incorporate. Bring mixture to a simmer, and cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Removc from the heat and stir in the parmesan and cooked farro. 
• Toss the breadcrumbs with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle over the gratin. 
• Broil for 10 minutes, checking after the first 5, until breadcrumbs are golden brown and casserole is bubbling.
• Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.
• *To prepare ahead, skip broiling and cover with foil; refrigerate until ready to bake. Bake at 400°F for 30 minutes until breadcrumbs are golden brown and filling is bubbling.

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