A large fresh Italian boiling sausage of coarsely ground pork — meat, fat and rind — seasoned with salt, pepper and spices and packed into a wide casing, traditionally cooked by long, gentle simmering. The rind in the mix breaks down into a soft, almost gelatinous texture, giving the cooked sausage a rich, unctuous, savory bite. It is the classic New Year's dish served over lentils.
Where it comes from
A specialty of Emilia, above all Modena, where Cotechino Modena holds Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status; a fixture of the Italian New Year table.
In the kitchen
Simmered whole and sliced over lentils, or served with mashed potato and mostarda.
Nutrition (per 100g)
~340kcalCal
~17.0gProtein
~30.0gFat
~1.0gCarbs
~0.0gFiber
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