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Il Bollito Misto or Italian Boiled Dinner: What's On the Plate?

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Il Bollito Misto, Or Italian Boiled Dinner: Salse

North Italian Boiled Dinner: Sauces

North Italian Boiled Dinner: Sauces

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A bollito misto without sauces to complement the meats would be rather like a night sky without the moon: A lot less interesting. Going clockwise from the right, we have:
  • Pearà, a creamy bread and pepper sauce that's one of Verona's signature condiments.
  • Cren, or ground horseradish. Strong enough to make your eyes water, and very good.
  • Salsa Verde, a zesty sauce made with parsley, vinegar, and other delights. It's also nice with boiled fish or vegetables, especially potatoes.
  • Mostarda, fruit in a rich sweet syrup that gains considerable zing from mustard oil. It's easy to make, and makes for a nice gift.

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