Hearty Autumn Minestrone

1. Place a large pot over medium heat. Add your olive oil.
2. Once hot, add your onion and garlic and cook until softened. About 5 minutes.
3. Add your farro or barley and stir through. Cover with stock.
4. Bring stock to a boil and then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook 20 minutes.
5. Add are vegetables (squash, celeriac, carrots, beans) Cook another 15 minutes until they are tender. Add your kale and parsley and allow to simmer until your serve it.
6. Season to taste and top with some parmesan.
   

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