By chef Alessandro Privilegi
“Il Toscano”, Douglaston, New York (USA)
From the book “Il Balsamico, Oro Nero di Modena – The Black Gold of Modena”, published by Artioli 1899A

The “Il Toscano” antipasto
1 burrata
1 Williams pear
A few toasted almonds
Radicchio
A few drops of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O.
Before chopping them, it is important to thoroughly wash the radicchio leaves and the Williams pear. . This will ensure that the ingredients are clean and ready to be used.
Once washed, slice the radicchio leaves into thin strips Next, peel and chop the pear, taking care not to slice it too thinly. This will add to the consistency and flavour of the final dish.
Cut the burrata into chunks. This step is important for evenly distributing the burrata over the dish and maximising its flavours.
Place the burrata, the radicchio, the pear slices and the toasted almonds on a plate. You can arrange the ingredients as you wish, creating your own inviting composition.
To finish, garnish with a few drops of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena P.D.O. This final touch is important for adding a distinctive little dash of flavour to the dish, the slightly acidic and sweet notes of the vinegar helping to perfectly balance the other ingredients.
Buon appetito!