Who does not know this valuable product dubbed rightly by gourmets “The black diamond of the kitchen”?
This page is an encyclopedia updated on the world of truffles. Here, you will find everything related to the prized fungus: history, origins and all the information necessary to share with us the passion for this fruit of the earth.
A succession of answers to many commonly asked questions and curiosity, that who for the first time approaches this world must know in order to understand and appreciate what the truffle is and its value in the world.
CURIOSITY ABOUT TRUFFLE
Black or White truffle?
Two different types of truffles with some common characteristics: which one do you prefer? There is no a single answer to the question. Here are the differences
How to Clean truffle: all the tricks
A brief and effective guide with some tricks to clean truffles and keep them without deteriorating, being one of the most expensive foods in the world.
Christmas Eve: impress with a truffle-based dinner
CHOOSE YOUR TRUFFLE DOG: HOW TO DO IT?
A complete guide that suggests how to choose the truffle dog Truffles are among the most expensive delicacies in the world, with the peculiarity that grow underground near the roots of different species of trees….
TRUFFLE IN ITALY: WHERE TO FIND IT
All Italian regions are rich of truffles The Italian peninsula is an area of exceptional interest in agribusiness. Microclimate and soil composition donate to Italy all the elements needed to stand out in the world…
TRUFFLE, THE FOOD OF LOVE
The properties of truffle: an aphrodisiac par excellence The properties of truffle as only food use, are many but not everyone knows of their existence: one of these, is his being one of the best aphrodisiac…
THE ANCIENT HISTORY OF TRUFFLE
The history of truffle, a fruit of the earth known since ancient times The history of the truffle has its roots in ancient times, so that it is difficult to distinguish what is due to…
DIFFERENT SEASONS FOR DIFFERENT TRUFFLES
When does truffle born? When can we buy it? As everyone knows, there are many types of truffles and all different from each others: we cannot say ” There is season for truffle” but we’ll…
HOW TO KEEP TRUFFLES FRESH
So You’ve Got a Truffle? Cool. Here’s How to Keep It Fresh Truffle is one of the most prized and expensive foods that you find in the world. Unfortunately it is a product that falls apart…
RECIPES WITH TRUFFLE
Recipe quail egg with scallop and truffle sauce
YIELD: MAKES 4 SERVINGS 8 scallops 8 quail eggs Reduced cream gr 100 Chopped Brumale Black Truffle Nero di Cognaro gr 30 Eggs of snail 40 gr Julienned Brumale Black Truffle Nero di Cognaro 20 g…
Recipe Vanilla ice cream with black truffle shavings
Ingredients 160 gr milk 160 gr cream 65 gr sugar 1 vanilla pod ½ sheet of gelatin 50 gr of Black Truffle Nero di Cognaro Preparation Boil the milk and the cream with the vanilla and…
Recipe Bundle of Pancakes with Uncinato truffle
YIELD: Makes 4 servings / 10 crepes Flour 180 gr. 2 eggs Milk 350 gr. Butter 30 gr. Salt 5 slices of cooked ham 10 Edamer cheese slices 10 Truffle cheese slices Bechamel 50 gr. Grated Parmesan…
Recipe Tartare with bianchetto truffle
YIELD: MAKES 4 SERVINGS Beef gr. 300 Nero di Cognaro Bianchetto Truffle gr. 60 Extra virgin olive oil 20 cl Lemon Rosemary Coarse salt Freshly ground pepper PREPARATION Chop the rosemary, add the salt and pepper….
Recipe Polenta Concia and White Truffle
YIELD: MAKES 4 SERVINGS Water 1100 ml Corn flour 400g Toma del Piemonte (cheese) 260 gr Butter 70 gr Grana Padano cheese 30 gr Fresh Nero di Cognaro white truffles 50 gr Olive oil Salt Preparation…
Recipe Saffron risotto with prawns and scorzone truffle
YIELD: MAKES 4 SERVINGS 2 cloves garlic 1 red pepper Prawns 100 gr Rice 400 gr Truffle cream 100 gr + 1 Nero di Cognaro scorzone truflle 100 gr Parmesan cheese 60 gr Oil q.s. Salt…
Recipe Potato Gnocchi with Black Truffle
YIELD: MAKES 4 SERVINGS Potatoes 400 gr Flour 200 gr Grated Parmesan cheese 150 gr 1 egg Nero di Cognaro Black Truffle 100 gr Butter 50gr extavergine oil d ‘olive 50 gr 4 tablespoons fresh cream HOW TO PREPARE…
Recipe Beef steak with Scorzone truffle
YIELD: MAKES 4 SERVINGS Nero di Cognaro Scorzone Truffle 80 gr Beef: beef sirloin or entrecote 800 gr 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil Salt and pepper Preparation Heat a grill and sprinkle the hot plate with a…