Farro with Fried Cauliflower

Our new favorite side dish

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups farro

• 1 head of cauliflower, cut into small pieces

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 bay leaves

• 2 cups apple cider

• 1/2 cup canola oil

• 4 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard

• 1/2 lemon

• 1 teaspoon honey

• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped

• 1 cup parmesan, shaved

• Salt

• Pepper

RECIPE

1. Sauté onion & garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauce pan.

2. Add 2 cups of farro & sauté for 2 minutes.

3. Add 2 cups of apple cider, 2 cups of water & bay leaves. Bring to a boil.

4. Lower to simmer & cook until farro is al dente.

5. Remove farro and spread on a baking sheet.

6. Meanwhile, heat canola oil in a skillet.

7. Begin frying cauliflower in batches until crisp & brown. Drain on baking sheet with paper towel.

8. Whisk mustard, honey & lemon in a small bowl. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a steady stream. Season generously with salt & pepper.

9. In a large bowl, combine farro, cauliflower & dressing. Mix in parmesan. Season with more salt & pepper.

10. Sprinkle with parsley to garnish & serve.