PODERE IL CASALE COOKBOOK
"Podere Il Casale. Stories of Family, Food, and Tuscan Countryside" was born from the desire to tell the story of a special place and the people who bring it to life every day. A Brief History of Podere Il Casale Founded over
Capretto al Forno
Podere Il Casale is famous for its goat and sheep cheeses. On most days, they are the main treats for people living and working on the farm – meat is consumed rarely here, certainly not on a daily basis. However,
Organic durum wheat spaghetti with 4 caci and 4 peppers, with pumpkin drops
Spaghetti with cheese and pepper is a cornerstone of Italian cuisine. There are so many versions of this great dish and as many discussions about which ingredients to use and above all how to make it. We decided to make
Tinned gnocchi with pecorino di Pienza fondue, asparagus and crispy ham
The recipe we are proposing today is as simple as it is good. These are very simple potato gnocchi with a pecorino fondue, asparagus and crispy ham. But what makes this dish truly exceptional is the fondue made according to
Tortelli filled with washed-rind cheese and pea cream
Do you want a simple and impactful recipe to amaze your guests? Today we offer you tortelli stuffed with our washed rind cheese, accompanied with a light peas cream. Of course, the preparation needs a little time but the result
Ribollita with spheres of new extra-virgin olive oil
Extra-virgin olive oil is the fundamental basis of Italian cuisine. If you take a classic recipe book there are very few recipes of our tradition in which it does not figure among the ingredients. It is often used as a
Eggplant Parmigiana with “Primo sale” Cheese and light fondue
For of all amateur and professional cooks, september is the favorite month from the point of view of raw materials. We still find the excellent fruits of the summer and start to use autumn products in our kitchens. The organic garden
Muosse of Pecorino di Pienza, English cream, reduction to Vin Santo and puff pastry
Cheese can be used in desserts, it is well known. Now the cheese cakes are popular in the menus of many restaurants. But is it possible to use pecorino in a dessert? Well of course, just go to Sardinia and
Potato gnocchi with Pecorino di Pienza, saffron and bitter cocoa
We decided to reveal another recipe to enhance Pecorino di Pienza in the kitchen. The visual and tasteful impact will surely impress your guests. But if you believe that the choice of pairing together Pecorino cheese, saffron and bitter cocoa
Sirloin stuffed with Pecorino di Pienza cheese, potato pie and red wine reduction
Cooking meat is never easy. We decided to share a tasty recipe, particular and sure success. The meat goes very well with Pienza Pecorino cheese. So why not stuff it and accompany it to a wine sauce? Of course for the