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April 24, 2015

Apple Pie Breakfast Farro

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Apple Pie Breakfast Farro

Celine Steen and Tamasin Noyes did it first with Vegan Sandwiches Save the Day!, followed by Whole Grain Vegan Baking and Vegan Finger Foods and have done it again with their newly released The Great Vegan Protein Book! But what do I mean by it, anyway?

The Great Vegan Protein Book, by Celine Steen and Tamasin Noyes

When Tami and Celine get together and write a cookbook, something magical happens. Beautiful, balanced and creative recipes emerge. Gorgeous photos are styled and shot and welcoming headnotes are thoughtfully written. They’ve created a trademark look and feel in all of their cookbooks that is unique, welcoming, warm and approachable.

For their newest title, Celine and Tami have crafted a cookbook that serves as an answer to the looming question vegans have been asked once or a hundred times since going vegan: how do you get your protein? Packed with more than 100 recipes, TGVPB not only gives tons of protein-powered ideas, but also makes creating them fun, easy-to-make and varied.

Apple Pie Breakfast Farro

Want a sandwich? Try the Tempeh Banh Mi, Barbecued Seitan or Provençale Tofu Salad Sandwiches.

Want to use up those lentils? Try their Split Pea Patties, Savory Edamame Mini Cakes or Baked Falafel.

Want something different for dinner? Try their Well-Dressed Tofu Bowls, White Chili, Cacciatore Chickpea-Smothered Cauliflower Steaks or Home-style Pot Pie.

And for dessert, Tami and Celine have Sesame Berry Squares, No-Bake Choco Cashew Cheesecake and Cacao-Coated Almonds.

And there’s breakfast too! Gingerbread Quinoa Granola, Pudla … and Apple Pie Breakfast Farro, that I’m excited to share with you here! This breakfast farro is a great way to get protein at the start of your day, and is packed with texture and flavor. The kind folks over at Fair Winds Press have not only allowed me to share this awesome recipe here, but also are offering a copy of The Great Vegan Protein Book to one reader through this post!

To enter, just leave a comment below that includes your favorite source of plant-based protein. I’ll randomly pick and announce a winner on April 28. Shipping is restricted to the US/Canada and the UK only … good luck!

The winner of this giveaway is Christine, congrats! Thanks to everyone who entered.

Apple Pie Breakfast Farro
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Apple Pie Breakfast Farro

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  • Apple Pie Breakfast Farro
    • Description
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes

Apple Pie Breakfast Farro


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  • Author: celine steen and tami noyes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings
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Description

There’s no shame in admitting that hot cereal usually isn’t your cup of tea for breakfast. We’re in the same boat actually, but we happen to be smitten with this cinnamon-flavored bowl. Let the apples retain some texture for the tastiest results.


Ingredients

  • 8.8 ounces (249 g) quick-cooking dry farro
  • 3 McIntosh apples, or any favorite apple, cored and chopped (about 18 ounces, or 510 g)
  • ¼ cup (48 g) Sucanat or (38 g) light brown sugar (not packed)
  • 1â…› teaspoons ground cinnamon, plus optional extra for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (235 ml) plain or vanilla vegan milk, warmed, as needed
  • 1 or 2 recipes of nuts from Seed and Nut Ice Cream (page 93), or toasted nuts of choice
  • Pure maple syrup, optional

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the farro and bring back to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-high and leave uncovered. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes until al dente or the desired consistency is reached. Drain and set aside.Place the chopped apples, Sucanat or brown sugar, and cinnamon in the same large pot you used to cook the farro. Heat to medium-high, stirring to combine the ingredients. Once the apples start to release moisture, lower the heat to medium and cook until the apples are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently.Note that the cooking time will vary depending on the size of the apple bits and what kind of apple you use. You’re looking for tender bits, but not applesauce.
  2. Remove the pot from the stove and stir the vanilla into the apples. Add the cooked grain into the apples and serve immediately, topping each serving with as much of the warm milk as desired. Top each serving with a handful of nuts, extra cinnamon, and maple syrup if desired.

Notes

  • While quick-cooking grains usually retain less nutrition than their less processed counterparts, the total amount of uncooked farro used in this recipe still contains 30 g of protein. That’s a pretty impressive amount for something prepared in a flash, and convenience is frequently key when whipping up a breakfast meal.
  • You will need 3 generous cups (weight will vary for other grains) of cooked grain to prepare this dish: We prefer using grain that is al dente to get a nice texture and a nutty flavor. If you prefer a more tender grain, cook it to your own personal taste.

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Apple Pie Breakfast Farro

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Comments

  1. Amy Katz says

    April 24, 2015 at 7:08 pm

    I love beans!

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  2. iHateAnna says

    April 24, 2015 at 7:23 pm

    Almonds are my favorite source of protein. Sad they may soon become a delicacy in California.

    Reply
  3. A Life Uneaten says

    April 24, 2015 at 7:32 pm

    I'm definitely a fan of baked tofu!

    Reply
  4. Taylor Morgan says

    April 24, 2015 at 7:56 pm

    My favorite source of protein is by far spinach!!! ??

    Reply
  5. Terri Cole says

    April 24, 2015 at 8:04 pm

    I adore farro above all other grains, but I probably depend on beans the most for my protein.

    gaia at cinci dot rr dot com

    Reply
  6. Beth Roessner says

    April 24, 2015 at 8:07 pm

    Recently, I've been craving tofu! Preferably marinated and baked until crispy.

    Reply
  7. Becky M. says

    April 24, 2015 at 8:37 pm

    Chickpeas are the best. Some days I think I might turn into a chickpea, I eat so many of them.

    Reply
  8. katesara davis says

    April 24, 2015 at 9:18 pm

    I would say a combination of whole grains, leafy greens and nuts. As an athlete, I like that i can have a variation of this before a race and not feel sluggish from trying to digest it. I've been a better athlete on vegan protein than when I used to eat meat. 🙂

    Reply
  9. Christine (The Raw Project) says

    April 24, 2015 at 10:45 pm

    The recipe looks great, yum! Tempeh and chickpeas are my fav sources of protein currently.

    Reply
  10. sandy z says

    April 24, 2015 at 11:11 pm

    Beans are my favorite.

    Reply
  11. Jerilyn Fisher says

    April 25, 2015 at 12:09 am

    My favourite protein is tofu 🙂

    Reply
  12. sarahhhhhh says

    April 25, 2015 at 2:17 am

    lentils!

    Reply
  13. Cadry's Kitchen says

    April 25, 2015 at 4:26 am

    It's hard to choose between tofu & chickpeas, but if pressed… it's tofu! Ha! 😉

    Reply
  14. Anonymous says

    April 25, 2015 at 4:45 am

    I go through phases, and currently I'm happly entrenched in sprouted mung bean land. 🙂

    Katie

    Reply
  15. KathyD says

    April 25, 2015 at 7:55 am

    Soybeans are my favorite.

    Reply
  16. greatveganexpectations says

    April 25, 2015 at 1:05 pm

    This looks and sounds like such a good book – that breakfast farro is mouthwatering!
    At the moment I rely a lot on tofu to give my meals staying power, but I could happily chomp my way through a pile of chickpeas if given half a chance!

    Reply
  17. Catherine says

    April 25, 2015 at 1:47 pm

    Peanut butter. It's so versatile — it can go sweet or savory, and it's such a comfort food.

    Reply
  18. vintgal003 says

    April 25, 2015 at 2:07 pm

    Good Morning….my fav. protein source would be either barley or peanut butter! Thanks for the stellar website and giveaway! Cheers, Valerie 🙂

    Reply
  19. paula roth says

    April 25, 2015 at 2:27 pm

    nut butters for a tasty treat, pea protein for a post work out blast

    Reply
  20. Lisa Marie Berry says

    April 25, 2015 at 3:29 pm

    🙂 I love nut and seed butters. I love making fun dishes with them. Weve even made fruit roll ups with them. Almond butter, dates, and apple puree. Or cashew butter, figs, and apple puree. Ive made peanut lime noodles with peanut butter or almond butter. Ive made roasted corn and black eyed peas hash for a preschool function and used sesame butter instead of almond butter. I love making grilled cheese sandwiches with a cashew butter instead of cheese. Or a butternut squash fettucini with cashew butter, miso paste, and lemons. Cubed yams with a mix of sesame paste, rice vinegar, and soy sauce sprinkled with arame. Its always a hit. 🙂

    Reply
  21. Heather says

    April 25, 2015 at 4:08 pm

    My favorite form of protein is tofu with peanut butter a close second!

    Reply
  22. Annie says

    April 25, 2015 at 4:54 pm

    I have been a big fan of tempeh and edamame lately!

    Reply
  23. jacblades says

    April 25, 2015 at 6:48 pm

    I'm a big fan of pigeon peas. I can't ever resist a can of gandules con coco (pigeon peas in coconut milk)

    Reply
  24. abrimmer says

    April 25, 2015 at 7:04 pm

    One of my favorite sources of protein are black beans. 🙂

    Reply
  25. Melissa says

    April 25, 2015 at 7:32 pm

    Hemp seeds in green smoothies!

    Reply
  26. Michelle Blanken says

    April 25, 2015 at 7:40 pm

    I love hummus, I slather it on my veggies!

    Reply
  27. punkrockmartha says

    April 25, 2015 at 4:53 pm

    chickpeas, chickpeas, chickpeas!

    Reply
  28. Jennifer says

    April 25, 2015 at 9:33 pm

    It's super time consuming but I love baked tofu in a stir-fry. It's so chewy and crispy on the outside! I've been known to pick them out of the stirfy and eat them all before saving leftovers. XD

    Reply
  29. Deborah says

    April 25, 2015 at 9:52 pm

    As we explore ways to transform to a more vegan life, we have discovered wonderful new tastes. My husband likes lentils in almost any form. I love tempeh and quinoa. You will always find homemade hummus with lots of fresh raw veggies in my husbands lunch.
    I love all your recipes and have made many. Thank you.

    Reply
  30. Aimee Douglass says

    April 25, 2015 at 11:35 pm

    Beans, particularly chickpeas, especially since I got my Instant Pot!

    Reply
  31. zazazu says

    April 26, 2015 at 1:39 am

    Beans. Nutritional yeast crusted tofu a close second.

    msred5 at gmail dot com

    Reply
  32. Amanda J says

    April 26, 2015 at 1:50 am

    I legitimately love tofu because it's so dang versatile!

    Reply
  33. Diana says

    April 26, 2015 at 4:53 am

    I go through phases and lately my faves are tempeh and sprouted pumpkin seeds. I am always looking for some alternatives, the cookbook looks fabulous!

    Reply
  34. Ashlovett says

    April 26, 2015 at 10:54 am

    Beans and tofu are my go to protein sources. The recipe in the post looks amazing! Can't wait to try it!

    Reply
  35. Rob says

    April 26, 2015 at 3:50 pm

    Chickpeas FTW.

    Reply
  36. Ashley says

    April 26, 2015 at 6:34 pm

    I love beans, and also mock meats for protein (although they are pretty processed…still delicious!) Thanks for this awesome giveaway.

    Reply
  37. Anonymous says

    April 26, 2015 at 7:46 pm

    Tempeh!

    Reply
  38. LizB says

    April 26, 2015 at 10:16 pm

    Chickpeas!!! I just bought a pressure cooker to speed up the process of cooking my own.

    Reply
  39. Kate says

    April 27, 2015 at 1:59 pm

    Chickpeas – roasted, tossed in salads, hummus, etc.!

    Reply
  40. Lili Hastings says

    April 27, 2015 at 2:28 pm

    Hi! I love tofu and really enjoy the mock meats too. I have started lifting weights with my exercise routine and added Garden of Life protein powders. My favorite is the vanilla spiced chai.

    Reply
  41. Erin says

    April 27, 2015 at 4:37 pm

    Seitan is my favorite

    Reply
  42. Anonymous says

    April 27, 2015 at 5:44 pm

    There are so many, I think my favorite is Hemp. I also love spirulina, put them both in everything!

    Reply
  43. Jacky DLT says

    April 27, 2015 at 6:03 pm

    Tempeh, especially tempeh bacon!

    Reply
  44. Rebecca says

    April 27, 2015 at 11:22 pm

    I'm a huge fan of tempeh.
    BeccaMFerguson@hotmail.com

    Reply
  45. Marika says

    April 28, 2015 at 2:08 am

    My favourite plant-based protein is tofu. I also hold beans in high esteem.

    Reply
  46. Anonymous says

    April 28, 2015 at 2:57 am

    Kale & broccoli are my favorite plant based protein!

    Reply
  47. Amelia says

    April 28, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    Quinoa and beans … I could incorporate them into every meal. Thanks for the recipe!!
    amelia 6097 @ hotmail.com

    Reply
  48. Liz says

    April 28, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    I can't help it, but I'm a fan of peanut flour.

    Reply
  49. Jay says

    April 28, 2015 at 7:03 pm

    It gets a bad rap, but I love seitan (gluten), particularly your recipe for it.

    Reply
  50. Jay says

    April 29, 2015 at 12:59 am

    Just realized that my comment probably came out the wrong way. I meant that gluten gets a bad rap, not your recipe! 🙂

    Reply
  51. Rebecca M says

    May 2, 2015 at 1:27 am

    This looks so yummy, and the book looks like a good read!

    Reply
  52. Dawn says

    August 11, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    Nice review! I’m chickpea holic!

    ★★★★★

    Reply

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