Spelt Strozzapreti (“Priest Stranglers”) with Kale Pesto

Hearty, rustic strozzapreti made with spelt flour, paired with a kale pesto. The name strozzapreti is steeped in Italian folklore, translating to “priest stranglers”. Legend has it that this hand-rolled pasta got its name from priests who enjoyed it so much that they devoured it too quickly, nearly choking in their enthusiasm. Whether the story is true or not, strozzapreti remains a deeply traditional pasta, often made in Italian homes and celebrated for its rustic simplicity.

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