Lombardy / Buckwheat Pasta

Pizzoccheri della Valtellina

Buckwheat ribbons with potatoes, cabbage, cheese, garlic, and browned butter from the Valtellina mountains.

60 minutes Medium Serves 4 buckwheat ribbons

Method

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water for 5 minutes.
  2. Add cabbage and pasta; cook until pasta is tender.
  3. Meanwhile melt butter with garlic until fragrant and lightly browned.
  4. Drain pasta and vegetables, saving some water.
  5. Layer in a warm bowl with sliced cheese and Parmigiano.
  6. Pour over garlic butter, toss gently, and serve hot.
Cook's note: The dish should be molten, not dry. Keep a ladle of cooking water nearby.

Why this dish belongs to Lombardy

Pizzoccheri are Alpine pasta: dark flour, dairy richness, and vegetables that survive cold weather.

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