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Lonzino of Norcia

Lonzino of Norcia

How we handcraft and season the typical Norcia loin of pork. The video describes the artisanal production process of Norcia loin. He begins by showing the raw materials used in the production of loin, namely fresh pork, salt, pepper and Mastro Peppe's secret spices....

Ham Stick Sausage

Ham Stick Sausage

How we make and season stick sausage with ham pulp. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIItv-A05G4

Corallina of Norcia

Corallina of Norcia

Corallina, the typical salami of the pork butchery tradition, in the past eaten especially at Easter breakfast, is made by processing pork shoulder. The lean, finely ground meat is enriched with lard, salt, pepper, garlic and white wine. Stuffed into natural casings,...

What is “Prosciutto di Norcia I.G.P.” Norcia ham

What is “Prosciutto di Norcia I.G.P.” Norcia ham

Prosciutto di Norcia I.G.P.: An Authentic Gastronomic Experience to Savor Prosciutto di Norcia I.G.P. is one of Italy's culinary treasures, captivating palates worldwide with its rich and unmistakable taste. Produced according to traditional methods handed down...

Lonza di Norcia or Capocollo

Lonza di Norcia or Capocollo

Lonza di Norcia or Capocollo, a cured meat made by processing the muscles of the pig's neck, therefore also called Capocollo. The secret family recipe calls for the meat, thus cut, to undergo an elaborate preparation (including pickling in brine). Loin can be enriched...

Lonzino of Norcia

Lonzino of Norcia

Lonzino di Norcia, using the loin of pork produces this delicious, very lean sausage that undergoes a complex preparation. In fact, according to the traditional recipe, brine salting is also practiced. Bagged in natural casing, it can be enriched with wild fennel....

Dried Ham Sausages

Dried Ham Sausages

Dried ham sausage, made using the finest cut of pork (ham), fine-ground, hand-tied, is enriched with natural seasonings such as salt, pepper and garlic, finally it is stuffed into pork casing. It matures for 70 to 90 days, the first phase of which takes place in the...

Black Truffle of Norcia

Black Truffle of Norcia

Norcia truffle, Tuber melanosporum, Norcia's prized black truffle is the specialty of Norcia's cuisine, also called "the black gold." For generations, beginning with grandfather Abraham, our family has been dedicated to the "quarry" with the help of our trusty...

Pecorino di Norcia

Pecorino di Norcia

Pecorino di Norcia, the typical cheese of the Nursina tradition is pecorino, made using only raw sheep's milk. Sheep are raised in the unspoiled nature of the Sibillini Mountains and the skill of local expert cheesemakers make this unique cheese. It is possible to...

Coppa di Norcia or Coppa di Testa

Coppa di Norcia or Coppa di Testa

Coppa di Norcia, a true delicacy, also known as coppa di testa, made by processing the meat that is mainly taken from the head of the pig, which is boiled for a long time in water. The seasonings are simple: salt, pepper and other natural flavorings, according to the...

Salted Ricotta

Salted Ricotta

Ricotta salata, an ancient product of nursina peasant tradition, ricotta salata originated as a remedy for not wasting the day's fresh ricotta. Properly covered on the outside with bran (which decreases its moisture content) it is left to dry and can be sliced like...

Lard of Norcia

Lard of Norcia

Lardo di Norcia, when in the past olive oil was a luxury and was reserved only for the "most important" condiments in its place pork lard was used. Today lard continues to be appreciated and used, to a lesser extent, however, as a condiment. Our recipe allows you to...

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