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Farro Vegetable Risotto

Jess — Sat, 29 Dec 2012 23:00:20 +0000

For week 3 of January’s Super-Food Challenge with Hey Fran Hey, we’re going to introduce you to farro, also known as the new “it” grain (if the Huffington Post declares it, it must be true). Farro is a whole grain (though unfortunately not gluten-free but gluten-low) that has a hearty but chewy texture that makes it... Get the full serving >

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Dirty Pesto Shrimp | “A Week’s Worth of Pesto Uses” Meal Plan

Jess — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 17:00:33 +0000

You’ll be seeing a lot more meal plans on Cook Smarts in the near future including a newsletter launch in the fall. All subscribers to the newsletter will get a meal plan every week in their inbox that’ll be peppered with cooking know-how, tips, and suggestions. There won’t be anything fancy in the menu –... Get the full serving >

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Farro + Black Beans + Corn

Jess — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 14:10:24 +0000

It’s been about four and a half months since I gave my first Cook Smarts cooking lesson. One of our biggest discoveries is regardless of how proficient the client is in the kitchen, meal planning and feeling “stuck” in a rut is pretty much a common problem across the board. It’s not a surprise. We spend... Get the full serving >

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The Black Bean + Corn + Farro Chili

Jess — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 14:05:42 +0000

Part of our “3 Ingredients / 3 Ways” Series, featuring: BLACK BEANS + CORN + FARRO Since most of my clients are moms, I get a lot of requests for simple, healthy, and kid-friendly meals. One ingredient that just about every mom and kid can agree on is the rotisserie chicken. It’s tasty and pre-made, and... Get the full serving >

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The Black Bean + Corn + Farro Salad

Jess — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 14:00:46 +0000

Part of our “3 Ingredients / 3 Ways” Series, featuring: BLACK BEANS + CORN + FARRO Can you smell the taste of summer yet? I sure can. Every year the heat of summer ushers in a season of cookouts, picnics, and way too many (but yet not enough) ice cream trips. As the season arrives,... Get the full serving >

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The Black Bean + Corn + Farro Vegetarian Burger

Jess — Wed, 13 Jun 2012 13:59:55 +0000

Part of our “3 Ingredients / 3 Ways” Series, featuring: BLACK BEANS + CORN + FARRO I am a carnivore, and I love a juicy, meaty burger, but I get just as excited to sink my teeth into its vegetarian cousin. They’re related but definitely exhibit very different characteristics. You can’t really expect a vegetarian burger... Get the full serving >

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Cauliflower and Farro Gratin

Jess — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 23:44:30 +0000

Our next ingredient spotlight is going to be on cauliflower (thanks to a request from one of our favorite readers and also BFF Markell Lewis). We’re kicking it off with the richest and heartiest preparation. As a huge Nancy Silverton fan, I was pretty stoked when Pizzeria Mozza opened in Los Angeles a few years ago.... Get the full serving >

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Farro Vegetable Risotto + A Kin Community Video

Jess — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 16:50:38 +0000

I met the folks behind KIN COMMUNITY about a month back in Santa Monica. They’re a growing YouTube channel specializing in all things women – fashion, food, travel, and a totally irreverent and fun look on parenting from the hilarious “How to be a Dad” duo. Besides being super nice, they are passionate about producing quality info/enter-tainment for women... Get the full serving >

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Butternut Squash and Farro Casserole

Jess — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 14:00:43 +0000

I know what you’re thinking: Casserole? Isn’t that something women made in the 60′s? Yes, it’s true, but this casserole (or bake) has been updated with sophisticated and healthy ingredients for the modern cook. It features one of my favorite grains farro (sadly not gluten-free but millet would be a great gluten-free substitute). The chewiness... Get the full serving >

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