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Chef Zio Pietro
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Migliaccio

Cultural Context

Migliaccio is a traditional Italian dessert, particularly associated with the Naples region. It is often made during Carnival, a festive season leading up to Lent, and is celebrated for its rich, creamy texture and sweet flavor. The dish showcases simple ingredients like semolina and ricotta, which are staples in Italian cuisine. Today, Migliaccio is enjoyed year-round and has inspired various adaptations, making it a beloved dessert across Italy and beyond.

ItalianITdessert
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
250 ml di Latte
250 ml di Acqua
50 g di Burro
30 g di strutto
Mezzo cucchiaino di pisto
1 bustina di vanillina
1 buccia d’arancia
Un pizzico di sale
100 g di Semolino
500 g di Ricotta
200 g di Zucchero
6 uova
100 g di zucchero
Buccia d’arancia grattugiata

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: mascarpone

Cottage cheese reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used for a dairy-free option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides a natural sweetness with potential health benefits.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

1

Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Celsius.

2

In a mixing bowl, combine 250 ml of milk, 250 ml of water, 50 g of butter (or 30 g of lard), half a teaspoon of pisto (or cinnamon), one packet of vanillin, the zest of one orange, and a pinch of salt.

3

Add 100 g of semolina to the mixture and stir well.

4

In another bowl, beat 6 eggs with 100 g of sugar until fluffy.

5

Incorporate 500 g of ricotta and 200 g of sugar into the egg mixture, along with the grated zest of an orange.

6

Combine the two mixtures together and pour into a 28 cm baking pan.

7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes on the middle-low rack.

8

Once baked, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggs

Also Known As

Migliaccio di SemolinoMigliaccio Napoletano
Local Name: Migliaccio

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