So rich, so creamy, and so delicious– and it is all plant-based!Using farro, rather than rice, creates a texture similar to risotto for this recipe. Yet, the farro creates more of a nutty feeling, in addition to the natural creaminess. And, cooking with wine (as you know) offers a richer, more profound profile than just…
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I’m often enamored with foods from other cultures. I love to experiment with different flavors and spices from different regions, as well as mix and match one area’s aromatic heritage with another’s. The English term pilaf is borrowed directly from the Turkish pilav, which in turn comes from Persian polow (پلو), Hindi pulāo, from Sanskrit pulāka (meaning “a ball of rice”), which in turn, is probably of Dravidian origin.[7] The…
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I believe the pistachio is an oft-forgotten nut when it comes to pesto. It’s always about the pine nut and the basil – or even the almond, when it comes to the amazingly simple, yet surprisingly gourmet and luxurious sauce. I like to fancy things up a bit, and give the humble others a go…
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