Spices, Flours and Legumes
Spices, Flours, and Legumes: The Foundations of Tuscan Cuisine
The secret to the world-renowned Tuscan kitchen lies in the simplicity and quality of its pantry. Spices, Flours, and Legumes are not just side ingredients, they are the authentic and necessary pillars for every traditional recipe. Finally, these professional-grade staples are at your disposal, allowing you to recreate the true flavors of a Tuscan farmhouse in your own home.
Legumes: The Heritage of Rural Tradition
Historically known as the basis of the local diet, Tuscan legumes are prized for their thin skins and creamy textures.
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Heritage Beans: From the famous Zolfino to the classic Cannellino, these beans are often hand-harvested and dried naturally. They are essential for a real Ribollita or a simple dish of beans "all’uccelletto."
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Chickpeas & Lentils: Grown in the mineral-rich soils of the Maremma and Val d'Orcia, these legumes offer a superior protein profile and a deep, earthy flavor perfect for soups and stews.
Artisanal Flours: Stone-Ground Excellence
Forget industrial, overly refined powders. Our flours are the result of ancient grains processed with care to preserve their natural soul.
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Stone-Ground Flour: This traditional milling method preserves the grain's germ and nutritional integrity, providing a unique aroma and better digestibility for your homemade bread and pasta.
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Chestnut Flour (Farina di Castagne): A true Tuscan specialty, often referred to as "Mountain Flour." Sweet and smoky, it is the star of the traditional Castagnaccio cake.
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Cornmeal for Polenta: Coarsely ground for a rustic texture, ideal for those cold winter evenings paired with a robust meat ragù.
Tuscan Spices: The Fragrance of the Mediterranean
A pinch of the right herb can transform a dish. Our spices are captured at the height of their aromatic potency.
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Wild Herbs: From dried rosemary and sage to wild oregano, these are the scents of the Tuscan scrub (Macchia Mediterranea).
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Aromatic Salts: Blends of sea salt and local herbs, perfect for seasoning grilled meats or roasted potatoes "alla toscana."
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Saffron from Tuscany: A precious, hand-picked spice that brings a golden hue and sophisticated floral notes to your risottos and sauces.
Why Choose Our Pantry Selection?
At Passione Toscana, we believe that a great meal starts with extraordinary raw materials.
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100% Certified Origin: Sourced from small Tuscan farms that practice sustainable and traditional agriculture.
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Authentic Recipes: These are the exact ingredients used by local grandmothers and professional chefs alike to achieve that unmistakable regional flavor.
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Freshness Guaranteed: Our flours and legumes are stored in controlled environments to ensure they reach you with their nutritional properties and flavors intact.
Build your kitchen on the solid ground of tradition. Explore our collection of Spices, Flours, and Legumes and discover the essential ingredients of the Tuscan soul!
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Zolfino Bean "Presidium Slow Food" Le Fontacce, How to use?
Before cooking, soaking is not necessary, it is recommended to boil the product and then season it with a drizzle of Evo olive oil
Label:
Organic Zolfino Beans
Average nutritional values per 100g of product:
energy 1364kj-325 kcal, fat 1.9g of which saturated 0.3g, carbohydrates 45g of which sugars 2g, fibre 17g, protein 23g, salt 0.01g
Net weight 350g
Store in a cool, dry place
Slow Food Presidium
Presidia are Slow Food projects that protect small-scale quality productions that are carried out according to traditional practices.
Produced and packaged by: Az. Agricola Le Fontacce Di Simone Botti via sette ponti ponente, 34 Loro Ciuffenna (Ar)
Le Fontacce
The farm " Le fontacce" was born in 2008, on a farm existing since the beginning of 1800, is certified organic on all its products. Le Fontacce is a producer of the famous Fagiolo Zolfino Slow Food which is so called for its pale yellow color like sulfur, has a round shape and its pasta is creamy and exceptionally tasty. Traditionally it is sown on the hundredth day of the year, also called by farmers “day of the hundred”. It is very connected to climatic conditions and often produces a very small harvest, so much that its cultivation was almost abandoned, in preference to beans having a more reliable yield.
Verna Type 1 Flour Mulino Val D'Orcia:
Is stone ground. Organic product. "Type 1" is the highest degree of refinement achieved by stone milling and is therefore the most versatile.
Label:
Verna Type 1 stone-ground soft wheat flour
AZ.AGR. Grappi Luchino Podere Lamone 65 Pienza (SI)
Country of cultivation: Italy, Country of milling: Italy
Store in a cool, dry place. Maximum humidity: 14.5%
CONTAINS GLUTEN
Mulino Val D'Orcia
Mulino Val d'Orcia was born about 30 years ago from an intuitive idea of Luchino, who decided to buy the mill and a small kneading machine. Their success stems from the fact that before being pasta makers, they were farmers. Mulino Val d'Orcia produces high quality organic pasta in the municipality of Pienza, in the heart of the Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO world heritage site for the beauty of its landscape and the balance between nature and human activities.
Wheat flour type 1Lunica Mugello:
Flour type 1 di Grano Tenero is an artisan flour obtained from a slow milling of the best wheat. It is a semi-integral flour that retains more fibre and bran than type 0 and 00 flour. Type 1 flour has a delicate flavour and is highly digestible, and is suitable for the preparation of pizza, fresh pasta, bread, biscuits, and cakes of all kinds.
Label:
Ingredients: type 1 soft wheat flour
Average nutritional values per 100g of product: energy 1442kj-340kcal, fat 1.5g of which saturated 0.2g, carbohydrates 66g, of which sugars 0g, fibre 5.0g, protein 13g, salt 0g
Wheat grown and stone-ground in Mugello
Produced and packaged by Lunica s.r.l. Ortofrutticola del Mugello Fraz. La Gracchia 98/A/B/C Vicchio 50039 (FI) Maximum moisture content 15.5%
Packaged in a protective atmosphere
Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat sources
Lunica Mugello
this company only produces food with respect for nature and its sustainability, always respecting good hygiene standards, promoting healthy and environmentally sustainable agriculture
Chestnut Flour Lunica Mugello:
The smallest, carefully hand-selected chestnuts are ground in an old stone mill and processed into a typically ivory-coloured flour with an unmistakable aroma.
Naturally gluten-free, obtained from Italian chestnuts, it lends itself to numerous sweet and savoury preparations.
Label:
Chestnut flour.
Average nutritional values per 100 grams of product: energy value 1535 kj-363 kcal, fat 4.5 g of which saturated fatty acids 1 g, carbohydrates 74 g of which sugars 43 g, fibre 2.7 g, protein 5.7 g, salt 0 g.
Produced and packaged by: Lunica s.r.l. Ortofrutticola del Mugello Graz. Gracchia, 98/A/B/C Vicchio (FI)
Store in a cool, dry place away from heat sources.
Lunica Mugello
this company only produces food with respect for nature and its sustainability, always respecting good hygiene standards, promoting healthy and environmentally sustainable agriculture
Lentils Mulino Val d'Orcia:
Particularly rich in sugar and protein, as well as iron, Particularly diuretic, rich in insoluble and soluble fibre, they contain a high proportion of minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, iron and zinc; vitamins B1, B2, B3.
Label:
Organic Lentils
May contain wheat, spelt, barley
Preparation: wash the lentils and cook over low heat for 30-40 minutes in plenty of water. No soaking required.
Produced and packaged by Az.Agr. Grappi luchino Podele Lamone Pienza (SI)
Country of cultivation Italy
Store in a cool, dry place
Mulino Val D'Orcia
Mulino Val d'Orcia was born about 30 years ago from an intuitive idea of Luchino, who decided to buy the mill and a small kneading machine. Their success stems from the fact that before being pasta makers, they were farmers. Mulino Val d'Orcia produces high quality organic pasta in the municipality of Pienza, in the heart of the Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO world heritage site for the beauty of its landscape and the balance between nature and human activities.
Oatmeal soup Podere Pereto, How to use:
This soup can be cooked without soaking. It consists only of cereals and can be combined with legumes to form a complete single dish.
Recipe for 4 persons: Pour 200 g soup into 2 l cold water accompanied by 2 diced carrots, 1 celery stalk and 1 onion and salt to taste. Bring to the boil and leave on the stove for 35 minutes. Season with slightly warmed EVO oil and freshly chopped rosemary and thyme.
Label:
Ingredients: Hulled white oats* 50% - Pearl barley* 50%. *From organic farming. Allergens: Contains gluten. Nutritional information per 100 g: Average values per 100 g: Energy/Energy: 1556 kJ / 371 kcal, Fat/Total fat: 4.0 g - of which saturated fatty acids/saturated fat: 0.7 g, Carbohydrates/Carbohydrates: 72 g - of which sugars/of which sugars: 0 g, Protein/Protein: 13 g, Salt/Salt: 0.01 g
Oat soup mix This soup can be cooked without soaking
Produced and packaged in a protective atmosphere by: Azienda Agricola Podere Pereto Località podere Pereto Rapolano terme (SI)
Store in a cool, dry place
Podere Pereto:
The company was founded in 1991, in Serre di Rapolano, in the heart of Tuscany.
The aim is to practise organic farming, creating a microcosm that is sustainable both ecologically and economically and socially. From the very beginning, in fact, local and ancient varieties are cultivated, excluding the use of fertilisers, chemical and synthetic pesticides, toscanello bean and zolfino bean, and cereals such as Verna, Gentil Rosso, Frassineto and Cappelli durum wheat, are naturally adapted to the local soil and climate, Furthermore, it allows the farm to adopt a three-year rotation system and prevent over-exploitation of the land, thus ensuring respect for the balance of the land
Chickpea flour Podere Pereto, How to use:
Chickpea flour is a traditional Tuscan ingredient, it is generally used as a base for various recipes both sweet and savoury such as cecina or almond and citrus biscuits.
Label:
Ingredients: Organic chickpea flour
Allergens: May contain traces of cereals containing gluten and mustard
No added raising agents
Nutritional information: Average values per 100 g: Energy: 1609 kJ / 383 kcal, Fat: 6.6 g - of which saturated fatty acids: 0.7 g, Carbohydrates: 57 g - of which sugars: 11 g, Protein 22 g, Salt < 0.02 g
Chickpea flour
Produced and packaged in a protective atmosphere by: Azienda Agricola Podere Pereto Località podere Pereto Rapolano terme (SI)
Store in a cool, dry place
Podere Pereto:
The company was founded in 1991, in Serre di Rapolano, in the heart of Tuscany.
The aim is to practise organic farming, creating a microcosm that is sustainable both ecologically and economically and socially. From the very beginning, in fact, local and ancient varieties are cultivated, excluding the use of fertilisers, chemical and synthetic pesticides, toscanello bean and zolfino bean, and cereals such as Verna, Gentil Rosso, Frassineto and Cappelli durum wheat, are naturally adapted to the local soil and climate, Furthermore, it allows the farm to adopt a three-year rotation system and prevent over-exploitation of the land, thus ensuring respect for the balance of the land
Powdered Chilli Pepper
Monks of Siloe chillies are not only spicy, but also very fragrant, and thus add flavour to dishes.
Label:
Ingredients: organically grown ground red chillies
organically grown ground chilli
net weight 15g
store in a dry place
spiciness level 8/10
Grown by Monastero di Siloe ssa Strada san benedetto 1 58044 poggi del sasso (gr)
Hystory of Monastero di Siloe:
The monastic community of the Monastero Di Siloe is located in Cinigiano, on the slopes of Mount Amiata. They have always worked daily on their products, alternating hours of work with hours of prayer. At the Monastery of Siloe they produce a range of extraordinary and natural (certified organic) food products. An impressive production, for a very small community, that has been praised by several critics.
Pumpkin Farzotto Podere Pereto, How to use:
Pour the contents of the bag into a saucepan with one and a quarter litres of water. Then bring to the boil, season to taste and in 35 minutes, stirring frequently, an excellent first course for 3/4 persons is ready.
Label:
Pearl spelt* - Pearl barley* - Dried pumpkin* 4% - Dried onion*. * from organic farming Allergens: Contains gluten Nutritional information Average values per 100 g: Energy 1387 kJ / 330 kcal, Fat 1.6 g - of which saturated fatty acids: 0.3 g, Carbohydrates: 71 g - of which sugars 3.4 g Protein 11 g, Salt 0.02 g
Recipe for 3/4 people: pour the farzotto into 1 litre and 1/4 of cold water, add salt to taste. Bring to the boil and cook for 35 minutes, stirring frequently
Mixed cereals and dried vegetables
Farzotto with pumpkin
Produced and packaged in a protective atmosphere by: Azienda Agricola Podere Pereto Località podere Pereto Rapolano terme (SI)
Store in a cool, dry place
Podere Pereto:
The company was founded in 1991, in Serre di Rapolano, in the heart of Tuscany.
The aim is to practise organic farming, creating a microcosm that is sustainable both ecologically and economically and socially. From the very beginning, in fact, local and ancient varieties are cultivated, excluding the use of fertilisers, chemical and synthetic pesticides, toscanello bean and zolfino bean, and cereals such as Verna, Gentil Rosso, Frassineto and Cappelli durum wheat, are naturally adapted to the local soil and climate, Furthermore, it allows the farm to adopt a three-year rotation system and prevent over-exploitation of the land, thus ensuring respect for the balance of the land
Red Lucchese Bean "Slow Food Presidium" Guido Favilla, Taste Notes:
The red bean is characterised by its dark colour, thick, hard skin and aromatic taste. It is, in fact, an excellent base for broths, an indispensable element for "Spelt Soup" and is also very appetising when cooked in the oven.
Label:
100% produced in Lucca, 100% Lucca red beans
Average nutritional values per 100g of product: energy 1287kj-305kcal, fat 1.1g of which saturated 0.18g, carbohydrates 49.5g of which sugars 2.71g, fibre 15.7g, protein 16.4g, sodium 0.01g
Produced on the company's land, packaged at: Az.Agr. Guido Favilla Via Randelli , 268 Picciorana Lucca
Presidia are Slow Food projects that protect small-scale quality productions that are to be safeguarded, made according to traditional practices.
Ingredients:
lucchese red bean. Nutritional values per 100 grams of product: energy value 1287 kj-305 kcal fats 1,1 g of which saturated fatty acids 0.18 g carbohydrates 49.5 g of which sugars 2.71 g fibres 15.7 g protein 16.4 g sodium 0.01 g
Saffron of Siloe:
Organic saffron in whole pistils, 100% certified organic
Label:
Pure organic saffron from Tuscany.
Grown and packaged by Monastero di Siloe, a simple agricultural company located at Strada San Benedetto 1, 58044 Poggi del Sasso.
Weight at origin: 0.10 g.
Organic saffron.
Hystory of Monastero di Siloe:
The monastic community of the Monastero Di Siloe is located in Cinigiano, on the slopes of Mount Amiata. They have always worked daily on their products, alternating hours of work with hours of prayer. At the Monastery of Siloe they produce a range of extraordinary and natural (certified organic) food products. An impressive production, for a very small community, that has been praised by several critics.
Roasted Hazelnuts Azienda Agricola Terra di Mezzo:
Hazelnuts carefully cultivated in the heart of the Tuscan Casentino valley. they are perfect for every moment of the day as a healthy, nutrient-rich and tasty snack
Label:
Ingredients: Whole roasted hazelnuts.
Energy value: (Kcal) 708.0/KJ: 2918.0,
Fat: (g) 68.0, of which saturated: 6.0, Carbohydrates: (g) 3.0, of which sugars: 3.0, Protein: (g) 15.0, Fibre: (g) 8.0, Salt: (g) 3.45
Roasted hazelnuts, size 14/15
Net weight 250 g
Origin: Italy
Produced by Società Agricola Terra di Mezzo Srl Bibbena (AR) Loc. Palazzetto 4 in the Capranica (VT) factory, Loc. Vico Matrino 4 Azienda Agricola di Aruba S.P.A.
Azienda Agricola Terra di Mezzo:
Azienda Agricola Terra di Mezzo was born in the heart of the Casentino, immersed in the Casentino forests. Thanks to its proximity to the source of the Arno river and the climatic protection offered by the Tuscan Apennines, the company is able to obtain products of excellent quality. The company boasts more than 35,000 hazelnuts that have been enhanced and cared for since the beginning of the activity, thus succeeding in giving new splendour to both the land and an ancient cultivation
Aglione Sauce by Orto Fortunato: The Authentic Taste of Valdichiana
Bring the soul of inland Tuscany to your table with the Aglione Sauce by Orto Fortunato. This ready to use sauce celebrates one of the most precious and ancient culinary traditions of the Valdichiana and Val d'Orcia regions. Aglione, a unique species of garlic cherished since the time of the Etruscans, is famous for being incredibly delicate and digestible, offering a flavor that is both intense and remarkably sophisticated.
A Tradition Reborn
For centuries, Aglione has been a staple of traditional Tuscan families, surviving through the generations as a true local treasure. Orto Fortunato has dedicated its production to reviving this noble ingredient, helping food lovers everywhere rediscover its inimitable taste. Beyond its incredible flavor, Aglione is well known for its beneficial and purifying properties, making this sauce a healthy and delicious addition to your pantry.
Ingredients and Quality
This sauce is crafted with simplicity and respect for the raw material. Each jar is packed with the finest ingredients:
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Tomatoes: 90% sun-ripened tomatoes that provide a sweet, vibrant base.
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Valdichiana Aglione: 6% of this rare, traditional garlic for a deep, authentic aroma.
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Salt, and Chilli Pepper: Balanced perfectly to elevate the natural sweetness of the Aglione.
Serving Suggestions
This sauce is incredibly versatile and ready to use, making it perfect for quick yet gourmet meals. While it is the traditional and ideal pairing for Tuscan Pici pasta, it also shines when used to dress any type of pasta. For a more robust dish, feel free to add mushrooms, sausage, capers, anchovies, clams, mussels, or crispy rigatino.
Product Details
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Format: Elegant glass jar, 320 g net weight.
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Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place. Once opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
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Nutritional Values (per 100 g): 49 kcal, 0.5 g fat, 7.6 g carbohydrates (5.9 g sugars), 1.7 g fibre, 1.8 g protein, 1.15 g salt.
Orto Fortunato:
In Valdichiana, the tradition of Aglione has continued for centuries, reaching the present day and remaining present in traditional cuisine in many recipes.
Since Etruscan times, this particular species of garlic has marked the culinary tradition of inland Tuscany.
Remaining in the hearts of traditional families in Valdichiana and Val D'Orcia, it has managed to survive to the present day. Orto Fortunato has revived it and made it the focus of its production in order to help everyone rediscover its unique and inimitable flavour, educating them about the beneficial and purifying properties of the species.
Label:
Packaging:
Plastic bag measuring 21x7.5x2 cm, net weight 20 g, 4 portions.
Ingredients:
Dried Valdichiana garlic, may contain CELERY.
Nutritional values per 100 g:
Energy 1390 kJ / 331 kcal. Fat 0.73 g, of which saturated fatty acids 0.24 g. Carbohydrates 72.7 g, of which sugars 2.4 g. Protein 16.6 g. Fibre 9 g. Salt 60 mg
How to Use:
Ready-to-use product. Store away from direct light, in a cool, dry place.
Suitable for all types of pasta, especially when combined with classic tomato sauce.
ATTENTION:
Before use, leave in water for 5 minutes to rehydrate.
Orto Fortunato:
In Valdichiana, the tradition of Aglione has continued for centuries, reaching the present day and remaining present in traditional cuisine in many recipes.
Since Etruscan times, this particular species of garlic has marked the culinary tradition of inland Tuscany.
Remaining in the hearts of traditional families in Valdichiana and Val D'Orcia, it has managed to survive to the present day. Orto Fortunato has revived it and made it the focus of its production in order to help everyone rediscover its unique and inimitable flavour, educating them about the beneficial and purifying properties of the species.
Label:
Packaging:
Glass jar 11.5 cm x Ø 7.5 cm, net weight 320 g.
Ingredients:
Yellow tomatoes (90%), Valdichiana garlic (6%), basil, extra virgin olive oil, salt, chilli pepper.
Nutritional values per 100 g:
Energy 205 kJ / 49 kcal, Fat 0.5 g of which saturated fat 0 g, Carbohydrates 7.6 g of which sugars 5.9 g, Fibre 1.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, Salt 1.10 g.
Characteristics:
Ready to use. Once opened, store in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
How to Use:
Perfect for dressing any type of pasta, especially traditional pici, with the addition of mushrooms or sausage or capers and anchovies or clams/mussels or rigatino.
