Comforting Farro and Cannellini Bean Broth
A heart-warming, mild Italian-inspired stew featuring nutty farro, tender cannellini beans, and edamame in a smooth, low-acid tomato broth topped with Parmesan. Quick to assemble and gentle on sensitive digestion while pleasing the whole family.
Prep
5 min
Cook
25 min
Total
30 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Jen + Lila
Jen created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
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A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
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A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Prep
5 min
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25 min
Total
30 min
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Measure 0.5 cups of whole farro and rinse it under cool water in a fine-mesh strainer.
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In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed farro with 1.5 cups of vegetable broth over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 20 minutes until the farro is tender yet chewy.
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Open, drain, and rinse 0.5 cups of canned cannellini beans.
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To the saucepan with the cooked farro…
To the saucepan with the cooked farro and remaining broth, add the rinsed cannellini beans, 0.25 cups of frozen shelled edamame, and 0.25 cups of Raos marinara sauce.
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Stir the mixture gently to combine over…
Stir the mixture gently to combine over medium heat and warm for 5 minutes until the edamame is bright green and heated through.
Look for: the edamame is bright green and heated through
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Remove the saucepan from the heat source.
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Ladle the hot soup into a serving…
Ladle the hot soup into a serving bowl and sprinkle 1 tbsp of grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
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Allow the soup to cool for 2…
Allow the soup to cool for 2 minutes before enjoying. Store any leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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