Toscano IGP
The aroma and flavor of Tuscany
In Tuscany, there are over 200 acres of land covered by olive trees. The aroma and flavor of the olives vary from area to area, from the jagged coastline of the Maremma, to the softly rolling hills near Siena and Chianti to the Apuane Alpes, and the enchanting islands located just off the Tuscan coast.
Tuscany is a region with rich artistic and gastronomic traditions. Tuscan olive oil is beautiful expression of all the region has to offer.
Characteristics
Region of origin: Tuscany.
Varieties: Frantoio and Olivastra Seggianese.
Fruitiness: medium to intense.
Aroma and Flavor: strong olive flavor with notes of artichoke, Italian parsley and green peppers.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with red meat, bruschetta, vegetable soups, raw vegetables and salads.
The recipe: Panzanella (Bread salad)
Ingredients
Serves 4
- 1 lb home-made bread, raffermo
- 2 tomatoes, ripened
- 2 red onions
- 1 cucumber
- 1 sprig basil
- Toscano IGP extra virgin olive oil
- vinegar
- salt and pepper
Preparation
30 minutes preparation
Slice the bread and soak it for a few minutes in cold water. When it is well impregnated, take a little at a time and wring out well using the hands. Then rub it in such a way as to produce lots of small dry crumbs.
Put into a salad bowl, add all the sliced vegetables and the basil leaves. Season with oil, salt, pepper and put somewhere cool. At the moment of serving, splash with wine vinegar.
Other recipes:
- Roast saddle of pork tuscan-style with brushwood fragrance and beans with fresh olive oil - Step by step recipe
- Crostoni with liver - Step by step recipe
- Mixed vegetable casserole
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