Emilia-Romagna is a region in northern Italy known for its rich culinary traditions. One popular dish in this region is Tagliatelle con ricotta e noci, which is a pasta dish made with tagliatelle noodles, ricotta cheese, and walnuts. This dish can be found in various towns and communes in Emilia-Romagna, including Bologna, Modena, and Parma.
In Bologna, you can find this dish at Trattoria Anna Maria, a renowned restaurant that specializes in traditional Bolognese cuisine. They serve a delicious version of Tagliatelle con ricotta e noci, made with homemade tagliatelle noodles, creamy ricotta cheese, and toasted walnuts.
Another place where you can find this dish is in Modena, at Osteria Francescana. This three-Michelin-starred restaurant offers a modern twist on traditional Emilian dishes, including their own interpretation of Tagliatelle con ricotta e noci. Their version features delicate handmade tagliatelle, creamy ricotta, and a drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar.
Taiadei cun ricotta e nus is a similar dish that can be found in the town of Parma. This dish is a specialty of Trattoria Corrieri, a historic restaurant that has been serving traditional Parma cuisine since 1801. Their version of Taiadei cun ricotta e nus includes homemade taiadei noodles, creamy ricotta cheese, and crushed walnuts.
Both Tagliatelle con ricotta e noci and Taiadei cun ricotta e nus have received the PAT (Traditional Agri-Foodstuffs) recognition, which is a certification that guarantees the traditional production methods and ingredients used in these dishes. The specifications for these dishes include:
– The use of homemade pasta, such as tagliatelle or taiadei.
– The use of fresh ricotta cheese.
– The addition of toasted or crushed walnuts.
– The dish should be served hot and garnished with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Sources:
– “Tagliatelle con ricotta e noci” – Trattoria Anna Maria (trattoriaannamaria.it)
– “Osteria Francescana” – Osteria Francescana (osteriafrancescana.it)
– “Taiadei cun ricotta e nus” – Trattoria Corrieri (trattoriacorrieri.it)