Chestnut Pasta // Lasagne Bastarde

Lasagne bastarde, despite its somewhat indecent name, is a typical dish from the northwestern corner of Tuscany. Made from chestnut flour this deconstructed lasagne is just one of many creative uses of this Autumnal nut. Chestnuts, in fact, have always been an important source of calories and nutrients in the Tuscan diet- not to mention their smoky, sweet, nutty flavor. Get exclusive access to the recipes in each episode by joining the Italian Dish Cooking Club on Patreon! In this episode: Make chestnut pasta (+30 minute pasta nap) Learn about how generations of Tuscans have survived and thrived on this foraged fruit Pasta Grannies' video about Chestnut flour production Questions or comments about the recipe? Suggestions for what our next recipe should be? Get in touch via Instagram @italiandishpodcast or send us an email at [email protected] Buon appetito! Ciao! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/italiandish?fan_landing=true)

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Italian food is undeniably among the most delicious cuisines in the world. Every week, join Christine, a home chef and American ex-pat in Florence, as she learns to cook traditional Italian specialties while dishing on what it's really like living in Italy. Whether you are traveling to Italy, love cooking Italian food, or want to learn more about Italian culture and quirks, this is the podcast for you.