Italian Spelt Crêpes with Artichokes, Taleggio and Toasted Walnuts Story of the Dish Savory crespelle have a long place in Italian home and restaurant cooking, especially in Northern and Central Italy. This version uses spelt flour for a deeper cereal aroma and a delicate nutty character that naturally complements fresh artichokes. Taleggio supplies creamy intensity while toasted walnuts add the crunch needed to keep the dish from becoming uniformly soft. Lemon zest provide

Italian Watermelon, Farro and Roasted Vegetable Salad Story of the Dish This substantial summer salad combines cold watermelon with nutty farro, roasted zucchini, sweet peppers, baby spinach, toasted almonds, basil, and a bright vinaigrette. It works because the ingredients occupy different temperature and texture ranges: chilled fruit, chewy grain, tender roasted vegetables, fresh greens, and crunchy nuts. Farro is one of Italy’s ancient grains and has been used for centurie

Italian Savory Spelt Tart with Artichokes, Caramelized Red Onion and Goat Cheese Story of the Dish This savory tart is built around a crisp spelt crust, tender artichokes, slowly caramelized red onion and tangy goat cheese. It should not eat like a heavy quiche. The custard stays shallow, the crust remains crisp, and the main ingredients remain clearly recognizable. Recipe Information Region: Italy Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 6 Prep Time: 45 minutes, plus chilling Co