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TASTE THE DIAMOND OF THE EARTH WITH THIS FRESH BLACK TRUFFLE RECIPE.
Recipe 2 minute read
The woods surrounding COMO Castello Del Nero, our hotel in the hills of Tuscany, inspired this recipe. They’re home to three types of black truffle – winter, hooked and summer – each with their own aroma and flavour.
BURRATA, BLACK TRUFFLE AND HONEY WITH GRILLED SOURDOUGH
By using high-quality truffle sparingly, you get the earthy, musky taste without overpowering the rest of the ingredients: the rich milkiness of the burrata and a dressing that combines the mellow tartness of balsamic vinegar with the honey’s sweetness. Swap sourdough for your favourite fresh bread if you prefer.
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
1 whole black truffle, around 55g/2oz
4 slices of sourdough bread
225g/8oz fresh burrata
DRESSING
1 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp wildflower honey
Pinch sea salt
60ml/¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
METHOD
To make the vinaigrette, shave a 2 tbsp wedge from the truffle and finely chop. Combine the chopped truffle with
the vinegar, honey and salt in a bowl, then slowly whisk in the olive oil. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary, then set aside.
Lightly toast the bread, gently brushing each slice with some additional olive oil, if you wish.
To serve, drain the burrata and transfer to a plate. Using a teaspoon, drizzle the black truffle dressing over the cheese, then top with thin slices of the remaining black truffle. Serve alongside the warm toasted bread.
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