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Ingredients
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups warm milk
- salt and pepper
- Farro:
- 2 cups smoked, cubed ham
- 1 cup mozzarella, grated
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups farro, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves
- salt and pepper
- 4 slices whole wheat bread, cubed
- olive oil, for drizzling
- cooking spray
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a 13 by 9-inch baking
- dish with cooking spray.
- For the sauce: In a 2-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium
- heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth. Gradually add the warm milk,
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