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Roasted Zucchini in Sunflower Oil (11.6 ounce) by igourmet.com Sossano is situated at the southern end of the Berici Hills, which rise a few kilometers south of Vicenza in the Veneto region of Northern Italy. They enjoy a mild and temperate climate in this area, which encourages a great variety of aromatic herbs and wild shrubs among which juniper is widespread. The Berici Hills are famous for their many DOC wines, olive oil, black truffles, and fresh produce.<p></p>Plump, thick cuts of Italian zucchini are salted and rubbed with herbs, then roasted to draw out their moisture. Sealed with sunflower oil and wine vinegar, these zucchini are delicious alongside lamb and stuffed in game birds with sage and sourdough bread. Try roasting skewers of lamb, zucchini, and cipolline onions over the coals for a warming summertime meal. |
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Available from Amazon Price: $7.99 Updated on 1-7-2009.  |