Pagnotta pasquale is a traditional Easter bread from the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy. It is a sweet and aromatic bread that is typically enjoyed during the Easter season. This bread can be found in various towns and communes in Emilia-Romagna, including Bologna, Modena, and Ravenna.
In Bologna, you can find pagnotta pasquale at the famous bakery “Panificio Gino Fabbri” located in Via Andrea Costa. This bakery is known for its high-quality traditional bread and pastries. In Modena, “Panificio Bertozzi” in Via Emilia Est is a popular spot to find this Easter bread. In Ravenna, “Panificio Bruscoli” in Via di Roma is a recommended place to try pagnotta pasquale.
One popular recipe for pagnotta pasquale includes ingredients such as flour, sugar, butter, eggs, yeast, and orange zest. The dough is prepared by mixing these ingredients and allowing it to rise. The risen dough is then shaped into a round loaf and decorated with colored eggs before being baked until golden brown.
Pagnotta pasquale has received the PAT (Traditional Agri-Food Product) recognition, which is a certification given to traditional Italian food products. The specifications for pagnotta pasquale include the use of specific ingredients, traditional preparation methods, and adherence to the regional culinary traditions of Emilia-Romagna.
Sources:
– “Pagnotta pasquale” – www.emiliaromagnaturismo.it
– “Panificio Gino Fabbri” – www.panificioginofabbri.it
– “Panificio Bertozzi” – www.panificiobertozzi.it
– “Panificio Bruscoli” – www.panificiobruscoli.it