Tasty Farro Pecorino Cakes

5 Tbsp olive oil
1 cup farro grain
1/4 cup onion, minced
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup Pecorino-Romano cheese, grated
1 large egg
salt and pepper to taste

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When the olive oil is sizzling, add the farro grain and cook, stirring often, until the farro grain is well coated and starts to make crackling sounds.

Add the onion and cook until it softens, then add the broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer until the farro cooks thoroughly (should still be al dente) and the broth has cooked away.

Spoon the farro into a large bowl and add to the bowl the remaining ingredients; mix well.

Form small (3 inch) patties by packing portions of the mixture firmly with your hands.

Heat a skillet with the remaining olive oil until oil sizzles, then gently add the patties and fry until browned, flipping to brown both sides evenly. Serve immediately.