Aosta Valley
Valle d'Aosta in tavola
The Aosta Valley is tucked away in the Alpine region of northwestern Italy. The local foods and rich dishes have been greatly influenced by the culinary traditions of neighboring France and Switzerland.
Lardo di Arnad DOP
Lardo di Arnad was originally made in homes throughout the lower part of the Aosta Valley. The lard came from domestically raised pigs that were fed chestnuts, grains and vegetables. Thanks to the popularity of the lardo, butchers and cured-meat specialists began curing it as well.
Some traditional recipes of Aosta Valley
Cabbage Flan
This recipe for cabbage sformato, a flan-like custard, is enriched with a tasty fontina fondue. It is a flavorful dish coming from rural Italian kitchens.
Cogne Style Rice Soup
A rich first course, with cheese and rice.
Veal Cutlets with Fontina Cheese
This meat dish has an intense flavor, typical of the Aosta Valley.
Renette Apple Dessert with Woodland Fruit Sauce
A delicious dessert with apple and jam.
