Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
500 g

flour, 0 type

25 g

beer yeast

1 glass

milk

tepid

2 kg

grapes

1 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp

sugar

1 pinch

anise

Step 1
~7 min

Melt yeast with a little bit of milk, 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, and 4 teaspoons of sugar in a bowl.

Step 2
~7 min

Add flour and a little bit of salt to the yeast mixture.

Step 3
~7 min

Add more milk if needed to obtain a homogeneous mixture.

Step 4
~7 min

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 2 hours.

Step 5
~7 min

Heat 4-5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil with a little bit of rosemary.

Step 6
~7 min

Clean grapes and add sugar to them as desired.

Step 7
~7 min

After the dough has risen for 2 hours, deflate it, add the oil and rosemary, and knead it.

Step 8
~7 min

Divide the dough into 4 pieces.

Step 9
~7 min

Take one piece, flatten it, and put it in a baking tin.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~7 min

Add grapes, press them into the dough, and add anise seeds.

Step 11
~7 min

Add another piece of flattened dough, and again add grapes, anise seeds, and sugar as desired.

Step 12
~7 min

Bake in the oven at 190°C (375°F) for 1 hour.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use ripe, sweet grapes for the best flavor.

Adjust the amount of sugar to your preference.

Let the dough rise in a warm place for optimal results.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Pairs well with a Vin Santo dessert wine.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tuscany, Italy

Cultural Significance

Traditionally made during the grape harvest season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Grape Harvest Festivals

Occasion Tags

Fall
Harvest
Dessert

Popularity Score

65/100

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