Truffles hold a special place in my heart. They are one of the great culinary treasures, known to date back to ancient Roman and Greek times. They are also one of the first classic gourmet foods I discovered, and I’ve always treasured any opportunity to savor them.
There are many types of truffles, but the most prized are the black (Périgord) truffles, found in France, and the northern Italian white truffle. The black truffle has an earthy flavor, while the white truffle has a more pungent, peppery flavor. Both are expensive, typically selling for $300-$3,000 a pound. But you won’t go wrong with either one.There are many typical products where truffles are found: truffle oil and truffle paste are two common uses. But there are many more interesting products.
I think of these often even though some I tried many years ago:
Black Truffle Pizza - Imported from Italy, this ultra-thin crust pizza is made with just the right amount of black truffles and whole milk mozzarella. Make sure to order more than 1 as shipping can be pricey, but at $ 13.00 each these are a bargain and get top honors for creativity. I was also impressed with the Porcini/Fontina pizza.
Truffle "Truffles" - These have to be one of the biggest surprises of my entire food tasting career. Were it not for my insatiable hunger on the train home from New York one day, I may have never discovered these chocolate gems dotted with Italian black truffles. Made by the old-world Urbani Truffle Company, they are the ideal gift for the "foodie that has everything".
White Truffle Cream - White truffles, italian cheese, and cream are combined to create an intoxicating condiment. The hard work is done for you, simply to mix into pasta, risotto, or potatoes (or spread on toasted bread) for an unforgettable meal. Several companies offer a product similiar to this, but DiBruno's Truffle Cream is the best value.
In the spirit of Italian dining, Buon appetito!
Black Truffle Pizza - Imported from Italy, this ultra-thin crust pizza is made with just the right amount of black truffles and whole milk mozzarella. Make sure to order more than 1 as shipping can be pricey, but at $ 13.00 each these are a bargain and get top honors for creativity. I was also impressed with the Porcini/Fontina pizza.
Truffle "Truffles" - These have to be one of the biggest surprises of my entire food tasting career. Were it not for my insatiable hunger on the train home from New York one day, I may have never discovered these chocolate gems dotted with Italian black truffles. Made by the old-world Urbani Truffle Company, they are the ideal gift for the "foodie that has everything".
White Truffle Cream - White truffles, italian cheese, and cream are combined to create an intoxicating condiment. The hard work is done for you, simply to mix into pasta, risotto, or potatoes (or spread on toasted bread) for an unforgettable meal. Several companies offer a product similiar to this, but DiBruno's Truffle Cream is the best value.
In the spirit of Italian dining, Buon appetito!
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