London Mums’ globetrotter reporter Rita Kobrak has sent us this lovely recipe forTuscan Chestnut cake which is called Castagnaccio. It’s very seasonal and tasty.
Ingredients
Doses for 30 x 20 centimetre (12 x 8 inch) baking pan.
300 g (10,5 oz) ofchestnut flour
380 g (13,5 oz) of cold water
2 tablespoons of sugar (optional)
2 tablespoons ofextra virgin olive…
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London Mums’ globetrotter reporter Rita Kobrak has sent us this inspirational travel blog. Enjoy!
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