Chestnut Flour Fettuccine with Lentil Ragù

Fettuccine di farina di castagne con ragù di lenticchie

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Preparation info
  • Serves:

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

    • Ready in

      1 hr 20

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By Isabella Barbato

Published 2026

  • About

A deeply satisfying bowl, shaped by tradition and resourcefulness. Chestnuts were once a staple in mountainous regions, where they helped families survive harsh winters. This dish draws from that history. The pasta, made with chestnut flour, has a subtle sweetness and rustic character, while the lentil ragù is hearty and deeply savoury: a meatless version of a sauce that has fed generations.

For me, this recipe is a reminder that even the most modest ingredients can come together to