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Appetizer

Red Tomato Bruschetta
Every Tuscan-Umbrian meal begins with bruschetta, whether it is a tomato-bruschetta like the one in this recipe, or a traditional bruschetta with only garlic and oil.Vegetarian Ingredients: 2 tomatoes...
Potato Crostini
A new way to experience potatoes. Try these as an appetizer or side dish. Ingredients: 2 large potatoes , 6 cucchiai di marsala 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, chopped,...
Pears, Cheese and Walnuts
An appetizer that is as tasty as it is simple. Ingredients: 2 pears 2 small zucchini 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1/4 pound Fontina 1/4 pound Parmigiano-Reggiano 1/4...
Chicken Liver Crostini
This is a classic Tuscan appetizer, which can be served on its own or with bruschetta or cold cuts. Ingredients: 4 tablespoons extra-virginolive oil, divided 8 ounces chicken livers 1 sage leaf, minced...
Celery Trunks
A tantalizing, simple appetizer. Ingredients: 4 stalks white celery 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar freshly ground pepper 4 tablespoons sesame seeds (NOT celery...
Bean Pate' with Shrimps
Beans are a fundamental element of Tuscan-Umbrian cuisine, but it is somewhat unusual to experience them with shellfish. Their combination, however, results in cohesive and delicious flavors. Ingredients:...
Pancetta Bites
This is a simple and tasty dish that is perfect as an appetizer. Ingredients: 2 bananas 20 slices pancetta, or substitute unsmoked bacon, thinly sliced – 12 dried prunes, pitted 1/2 cup fontina,...
Artichokes Margherita
Carciofi alla Margherita is a typical dish of Tuscany and Umbria, and can be served as either an appetizer or side dish. Ingredients: juice of 1 lemon 4 artichokes 3 sprigs parsley, chopped 2 cloves...
Whipped Codfish
Baccalà, due to its unique characteristics, fits well in our territorial cuisine even though it doesn't normally have a strong presence of seafood. While a very traditional ingredient in Italy,...
Stuffed Croissant
This was historically a dish for the poor. It allowed families to use leftovers on the day they made bread. Ingredients: For the dough: 4 cups flour salt , 1/2 cup milk 2 packages dry yeast 1/4...
Chickpea and Pumpkin Puffs
A somewhat complex appetizer, completely made worthwhile with its simple, delicious flavor. Ingredients: 10 ounces fresh pumpkin pulp, seeded and cubed 1 small red onion 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive...
Eggplant Rolls
Eggplant is always good, but here it is enhanced by a tasty stuffing that features pecorino, a staple Tuscan-Umbrian cheese. Ingredients: 1 large eggplant, sliced salt 1 cup breadcrumbs ...