Sprouted Whole Wheat Levain Fettuccine with Fennel Pork and Chard in a Creme Fraîche Sauce
Fresh levain fettuccine tossed with a creamy creme fraîche, sautéed fennel and rich Italaian sausage, garnished with grated parmesan.
Difficulty:
Medium
Time:
30-35 minutes
Calories: 775
Fat: 47g
Carbs: 48g
Protein: 33g
ABOUT THE DISH
This sprouted whole wheat Levain pasta highlights, just-milled organic sprouted whole wheat coupled with a hint of levain (Lev-Ahn), which is a fermented (sour)dough. The rich, nutty flavors of the sprouted whole wheat are accented by the slight acidity from the levain – brightening the overall flavor of the dish while working in concert with the recipe’s ingredients. Succulent Italian sausage and tangy crème fraiche paired with this noodle creates a dish that is rich in flavor and high on satisfaction!
Ingredients
Sprouted Whole Wheat Levain
Garlic
Swiss Chard
Leeks
White Wine
Vegetable Broth Base
Ground Pork
Butter
Creme Fraîche
Parmesan
Sprouted whole wheat levain fettuccine
Featured Ingredient Partners:
Sprouted whole wheat levain fettuccine:
Dumpling & Strand - Minneapolis, MN
Ground pork:
Hidden Stream Farms
Cooking terms for this recipe
Al Dente
Literally to the tooth. Describes the ideal texture of cooked pasta that leaves it with a slight bite, rather than becoming mushy.
Julienne
To slice into thin strips about the size of matchsticks.
Nappé
Refers to either the ability of a liquid to "coat the back of a spoon" or the act of coating a food.
What you need
Small pot
Large sauté pan