Food SystemsWednesday, June 17, 2026

Grown at Home: Britain's Spelt-tacular Pasta Revival

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Grown at Home: Britain's Spelt-tacular Pasta Revival

Who’d have thought that British gustatory tradition could redefine 'pasta'? The Northern Pasta Co is unleashing its spelt-based creations, a grain classic to these isles, onto our plates with recipes that’ll make your carb-loving heart flutter.

It all started in the charming embrace of the Lake District where founders Matt and Imogen Royall sought to blend locally-grown spelt with their love for pasta. The irony isn’t lost—taking inspiration from an Italian staple while firmly rooting their endeavors in British soil.

Spelt adds a nutty touch alongside being nutrient-dense and an easier-to-digest alternative for sensitive stomachs compared to regular wheat. It’s that extra layer of goodness farmers dream of cultivating without the insurmountable demands of common wheat variants.

This isn’t just a whim. It signifies a shift toward celebrating regional ingredients within global cuisines. Farmers intrigued by novel grains like spelt can find in it a versatile crop with market potential, prompting both culinary and cultivation creativity. Buon appetito, Britain's pasta pathfinders!

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