{"id":1286,"date":"2024-01-11T11:39:58","date_gmt":"2024-01-11T11:39:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lerasole.it\/2024\/01\/broccoli-di-custoza-a-slow-food-presidium-to-be-discovered\/"},"modified":"2024-01-11T11:39:58","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T11:39:58","slug":"broccoli-di-custoza-a-slow-food-presidium-to-be-discovered","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lerasole.it\/en\/broccoli-di-custoza-a-slow-food-presidium-to-be-discovered\/","title":{"rendered":"Broccoli di Custoza: a Slow Food Presidium to be discovered"},"content":{"rendered":"

Broccoletto di<\/a> Custoza is a variety of broccoli that is grown in the hilly agricultural area of the hamlet of Custoza, in the province of Verona. It is a typical product of the area, so much so that in 2006 it was included in the list of Slow Food Presidia<\/a>, which protect traditional agri-food products of excellence.<\/p>\n

Features<\/h5>\n

Broccoletto di Custoza<\/a> stands out for its unique characteristics: it has a short stem and a few leaves, close to the collar, which envelop the small inflorescence. Unlike other broccoli, it has more leaves than inflorescence.<\/p>\n

Its leaves are deep green in color and have an elongated and slightly curled shape, they are particularly sweet and tasty, with a delicate and slightly sweet taste, with a nutty aftertaste.<\/p>\n

We are dealing with a late product, which is harvested at the first frosts or in winter, its season runs from December to March.<\/p>\n

Importance<\/h5>\n

Broccoletto di Custoza is an important product for the territory of Custoza: it is a typical product, which represents an important source of income for local farmers. In addition, it is a sustainable product, which is grown using traditional methods that respect the environment.<\/p>\n

Uses in the kitchen<\/h5>\n

Broccoletto di Custoza is a versatile ingredient that can be used in cooking in a variety of ways: it can be cooked in boiling water, steamed or in a pan, and it can be seasoned with extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. It can also be used to make soups, minestrone, omelettes, risottos and pasta.<\/p>\n

Here are some ideas for using Custoza broccoli in the kitchen:<\/p>\n