Lentils, brown - Lenticchie Umbre, mountain lentils, Umbria, Bartolini, 500 g

One of the most prized lentil varieties is grown in the area around Castelluccio in Umbria, at an altitude of 1,400 meters. Cultivation is carried out without the use of chemicals and follows a crop rotation of lentils, dormancy, and grain. The average annual production on the Castelluccio plateau is only a few hundred quintals. The special advantage of this small legume is that it does not require soaking before cooking. It tolerates cooking without losing its skin or becoming mushy, and the kernel remains firm to the bite. These mountain lentils also have a nutty aroma. They are ideal for hot and cold dishes.