Farro Pilaf with Walnuts and Cranberries
Autumn is just around the corner. I swear, I can feel it. I did a double-take this morning when I saw a few golden leaves on the Chinese Pistache tree in the front yard; then this evening, a storm blew through and it rained and the weather cooled a bit and I got that familiar excitement again. Fall is coming. Time for roasted things! Hot soup! Turkey Day! It will be here before you know it! I think I’ve mentioned how much I love farro. I love its nutty flavor and chewy texture and it’s a great alternative to rice. This farro pilaf is so easy and it makes an elegant side dish. This pilaf even makes an amazing stuffing for cornish game hens! The drippings from the bird make it even more delicious! There is so much flavor in this dish–from the sage and thyme to the toasty walnuts and tart dried cranberries. It really just speaks Autumn and I love it! I always buy “pearled” or “semi-pearled” farro, which takes less time to …