Tartufo is an Italian dessert made with ice cream and frozen fruit, covered in chocolate, nuts, or cinnamon. It’s popular in Italy and can be found in gourmet restaurants in the US. Originally created by the French, it’s now a common dessert item in European restaurants. Tartufo is an Italian dessert made with ice cream […]
Truffle butter can be made with fresh truffles or truffle oil and any type of butter. The butter needs to be puffed before adding truffles and should be tasted frequently. Wrap in wax paper and store in the refrigerator or freezer. There are a few things a cook can do to make sure truffle butter […]
A truffle slicer is a kitchen tool used to cut or shave truffles, but can also be used for other foods such as cheese, chocolate, vegetables, and mushrooms. Truffles are expensive fungi that grow near certain types of trees and can sell for hundreds or thousands of dollars per pound. A truffle slicer is a […]
Truffle mousse is a rich and flavorful dish made with truffles and foie gras, often found in French restaurants during truffle season. Truffles have a unique aroma and flavor and are difficult to find. When making truffle mousse, a small amount of truffle goes a long way. Truffle mousse is a form of savory mousse […]
Truffle risotto is a creamy rice dish made with truffles, broth, seasonings, and butter or oil. Truffle oil is often used instead of real truffles due to their high cost. Short or medium-grain rice is best for risotto, and it takes about 20 minutes to cook. Truffles have a distinct aroma and flavor that complement […]
Tartuffe is the main character in Molière’s play, a religious hypocrite who tries to scam a French family. The play caused controversy and was banned but remained popular. Tartuffe’s sophistry and plotting lead to his downfall, and the character is often portrayed as a political or televangelical figure in modern productions. Tartuffe is the main […]
