tuscan Recipes
5 delicious tuscan recipes from around the world
Biscotti di Prato (Tuscan Almond Cookies)
Authentic Tuscan almond cookies, also known as Cantucci or Biscotti di Prato. These twice-baked, crunchy delights are traditionally served with Vin Santo for dipping, but are also delicious on their own. The absence of butter or oil contributes to their signature crispness.
Bomboloni
Bomboloni are classic Italian doughnuts, often a specialty in Tuscany. These fluffy, fried pastries are typically filled with rich pastry cream and dusted generously with sugar, offering a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Best enjoyed fresh.
Brasato al Chianti
Tuscan braised beef - slowly cooked in Chianti wine with herbs.
Panzanella (Tuscan Bread Salad)
A vibrant and rustic Tuscan bread salad, perfect for using up stale bread. Ripe tomatoes, crisp vegetables, fragrant basil, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette come together for a refreshing and satisfying dish.
Ribollita
Tuscan bread soup - yesterday's minestrone reboiled with stale bread until thick and hearty. Peasant food elevated to art.