Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 12 ounces beef cubes (like shank, brisket, etc.)
  • 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
  • 1 onion (medium, minced)
  • 1 cup farro (dry)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (organic, low sodium preferred)
  • 1 potato (big, cubed)
  • 1 carrot (big, cubed)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt (divided)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper (divided)

Instruction

  • Over medium heat, in a medium saucepan with 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, sautè the onions for 1 minute.
  • Add the beef and cook for 3 minutes or until they color. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and half of the pepper.
  • Transfer all the contents of the saucepan to the slow cooker.
  • Add the farro, carrots, potatoes, vegetable broth, the remaining salt and pepper.
  • Set on high for 3 hours.
  • Before serving, drizzle with the remaining extra virgin olive oil.