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Maremma-style Tortelli

Maremma-style Tortelli are a typical recipe from southern Tuscany and more precisely from the Maremma, a vast area that extends into the province of Grosseto. This dish is perhaps the most representative of this area. Tortelli, in fact, are loved by all Maremma inhabitants, tortelli are prepared both in homes where there is a good housewife or in restaurants in the area, and everyone requests it in large quantities. There are also fairs and festivals to act as an environment for this beloved dish. Dish of peasant origin, where the strictly egg pasta is hand-rolled, the stuffing is made with aromatic herbs and ricotta and to season everything, a meat sauce cooked over a very low heat, enriched with herbs. Once the tradition wanted it also accompanied by chicken livers.

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