I have revisited Il Totto in Elio Sassi in nearby Garfagnana to enjoy their version of cucina povera again. The restaurant famously served chestnut polenta and ossi salati, which translates as salted bones.
Once most of the meat has been removed pork bones are soaked in brine for a few days then boiled.
There was a large table near us and their polenta was delivered on a board and cut using a special tool.
They serve other things as well. I had ravioli with ragu and fried chicken a rabbit…delicious.
It is a lovely drive up to Elio Sassi. The views are glorious from the village. I highly recommend a visit.
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Not too sure I would like the chestnut polenta and salty bones, although I enjoy chestnut pasta and many dishes made with chestnut flour… but ravioli with ragú sounds delicious.
Chestnut polenta is an acquired taste. I am struggling to acquire it. My friends love it and can eat quite a lot.
Thank You, Debra… Went today, pasquetta… Excellent!
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That’s great! I’m pleased you enjoyed it.