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Monte Sant’Angelo Bread: A Treasure of Apulian Gastronomy
Monte Sant’Angelo and its Breadmaking Tradition
In the heart of Puglia lies the village of Monte Sant’Angelo, a place where history, culture, spirituality, and gastronomy merge in a harmonious union. Here, one of the most rooted traditions is that of breadmaking, evidenced by the production of the prized Monte Sant’Angelo bread, recently recognized as a Slow Food Presidium.
Agricola Piano’s Commitment to Sustainable Production
This distinction is not a simple recognition: it is a celebration of a unique product, an emblem of sustainability, safeguarding biodiversity, and passion for quality. In this context, Agricola Piano, our company, is committed with dedication and pride to the production of this Apulian gastronomy treasure.
Ancient Soft Grain Flour: A Quality Ingredient
Monte Sant’Angelo bread stands out for a peculiar characteristic: the use of our ancient soft grain type 0 flour. This flour, the result of the evolutionary blend by Prof. Salvatore Ceccarelli, comes from a set of about 2000 varieties of ancient soft grains, grown respecting the environment and traditions.
The Nutritional Benefits of Ancient Soft Grain
- Rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, and proteins, the ancient soft grain promotes greater digestibility, a lower glycemic index, and a high content of essential amino acids.
Agricola Piano’s Commitment to Sustainability and Valorization of Tradition
Choosing Agricola Piano’s flour for Monte Sant’Angelo bread not only means opting for a quality ingredient, but contributing to the valorization of a sustainable and environmentally respectful food chain. As Slow Food Presidium producers, we commit ourselves to preserve the heritage of knowledge and traditions related to grain cultivation.
The Production of Monte Sant’Angelo Bread: a Union of Taste, Health, and Sustainability
But ancient soft grain flour is just one of the ingredients that make Monte Sant’Angelo bread an extraordinary product. The production process, which involves a long fermentation, enhances its organoleptic characteristics, further improving digestibility and nutrient availability.
Today, Monte Sant’Angelo bread is not just a gastronomic heritage of Puglia, but a true bastion of taste, health, and sustainability. Its crispy crust, the soft and fragrant crumb, and the unmistakable flavor, derived from our ancient grains flour, make every bite a sensory journey into Apulian traditions.
The Honor of Contributing to This Story
As a Slow Food Presidium producing company, Agricola Piano is honored to contribute to this story, offering a flour that represents a perfect synthesis between scientific research, respect for nature, and passion for tradition. With our commitment, we aim to valorize Monte Sant’Angelo bread, supporting a model of food production that combines quality, sustainability, and health.
Don’t miss the opportunity to discover the authentic taste and extraordinary quality of our Ancient Soft Grain type ‘0’ flour with Germ. Take advantage of the opportunity now and bring the nutritional benefits and tradition of this wonderful flour to your table.
