Banana Brown Sugar Farro For One
I used to think that farro was a grain just for savory applications—for soups and stews, perhaps a risotto, a side dish to sit atop a plate beside a steak of seitan or cauliflower.
In the process of cleaning out my pantry, however, I’ve had to get a little creative and see some ingredients through a new lens. And thus, the idea of a sweet and creamy farro entered my mind.
This dish could be compared to brown sugar oatmeal, with farro standing in for the oatmeal of course. I really like farro for it’s nutrient content—an excellent source of protein, fiber, and nutrients such as magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins.
The banana is just as important to this dish as the farro is. It offers a soft, pillowy contrast of texture to the chew of the farro. The two complement each other nicely and balance out the dish. It’s very yummy!
If you like this recipe, you’ll probably also like this recipe for Banana Bread Overnight Oats, or this Gluten-Free Microwave Crumb Cake. Check them out, and please enjoy!
Banana Brown Sugar Farro For One
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat milk or other non-dairy milk of choice
- 1 tbsp brown sugar plus more for serving
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup uncooked farro rinsed
- pinch of salt
- 1 medium banana sliced
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk oat milk, brown sugar and cinnamon together. Bring mixture to a low boil.
- Add rinsed farro and salt and stir, then reduce to simmer. Simmer for 20-25 minutes stirring occasionally, until farro is soft and has soaked up liquid. Taste for chewiness now; if you’d like it a little softer, add a few more tablespoons oat milk and continue to simmer for another minute or two.
- Pour farro into serving bowl and top with sliced banana and a little more brown sugar. Enjoy!
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